The six points of the charter typically refer to the six commitments made by an organization or group as part of its guiding principles or code of conduct. These points may include values such as integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability, transparency, and innovation.

Lord Shaftesbury, also known as Anthony Ashley Cooper, held various political positions in the British government, including serving as a member of Parliament and as a social reformer advocating for labor and public health reforms. He is best known for his work in improving working conditions for children and factory workers during the Industrial Revolution.

There are currently 14 British Overseas Territories, which are remnants of the British Empire. These territories are scattered across the globe, including places like Bermuda, Gibraltar, and the Falkland Islands.

The social change that occurred in Great Britain when the middle and working classes learned of the political freedoms granted to US citizens was an increase in demands for political reform and expanded rights. This led to movements advocating for greater democracy, voting rights, and better working conditions for the lower classes. It also contributed to the growth of labor unions and the eventual expansion of suffrage in Britain.

In British slang, a quid is equivalent to one pound sterling. It is a slang term commonly used to refer to money in the UK.

Yes, people did escape prisons in Victorian times, but it was difficult due to tighter security measures compared to earlier periods. Prisoners attempted to break out by sawing through bars, digging tunnels, or bribing guards. Notable escapes, like those of Jack Sheppard and Charles Peace, became popularized in folklore and news reports.

During the Victorian era, it was considered improper to use the word "leg" in polite conversation, so terms such as "limb," "lower extremity," or even "limb of the body" were commonly used instead. This modesty was characteristic of the Victorian attitude toward discussing certain body parts openly.

Yes, women were indeed sent to prisons during Victorian times in the 19th century for various crimes. Women prisoners faced harsh conditions and were often housed separately from male prisoners. The prison system for women during the Victorian era aimed at carrying out moral reform and instilling discipline.

Policemen were called "bobbies" in Victorian times after Sir Robert Peel, the founder of the Metropolitan Police in London in 1829. The 'bobbies' were named after his first name, Robert, and this term eventually became synonymous with police officers in the UK.

During the Victorian era, the number of people who joined the police force varied depending on location and population size. In London, for example, the Metropolitan Police Force was established in 1829 and gradually grew in numbers to meet the needs of the expanding city. Other cities and towns also established their own police forces during this period to maintain law and order.

Victorian prisons were typically overcrowded and unsanitary, with harsh conditions and strict discipline. Workhouses were institutions where the poor and homeless were housed in exchange for hard labor, often under oppressive conditions and separation of families. Both institutions aimed to deter crime and alleviate poverty, but were criticized for their harsh treatment of inmates and residents.

Crimes such as murder, treason, burglary, and arson were punishable by hanging during Victorian times in England. The laws were strict, and capital punishment was seen as a deterrent for serious crimes.

One of the worst Victorian punishments was transportation, where convicted criminals were sent to penal colonies in Australia. This punishment often meant being separated from family and enduring harsh conditions in a foreign land. Other severe punishments included public floggings and long periods of hard labor.

In Victorian times, prisoners were commonly employed in hard labor tasks such as breaking stones, quarrying, road construction, and other public works projects. They were also sometimes employed in manufacturing tasks within the prison walls, such as weaving, tailoring, and metalwork. Additionally, prisoners could be assigned to work on prison farms or in workshops making goods for sale.

Victorians had a fascination with savages as they were seen as exotic and primitive. They were often studied by anthropologists and were a source of fascination in literature and art during the Victorian era. The Victorians used these depictions of savages to reflect on their own society and values.

In the Victorian era, criminals could face harsh punishments such as imprisonment, transportation to penal colonies, or even execution. The criminal justice system emphasized deterrence and punishment to maintain law and order in society. Reforms later in the era led to the establishment of prisons focused on rehabilitation and reformation.

England is a constituent kingdom of the U.K.,

The full title of the country is ' The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland'.

The United Kingdom part is a union of constituent kingdoms, viz, England, Scotland, Northern Ireland. Wales in a Principality, not a kingdom. The Kingdom of Sodor and Man (Isle of MAN), is NOT a constituent kingdom , but legally a separate independent nation.

England being the dominant kingdom in this union, has the whole country erroneously being called 'England'.

Such is the nations long name, it is often shortened to ; U.K. United Kingdom, G.B. Great Britain, Britain, and as mentioned above erroneously 'England'.

If you go to Scotland and erroneously refer to the whole as England, the Scots, will very quickly tell you , that you are not in England, but Scotland.

King Charles (III) is head of State of the union and separately the constituent nations. All the constituent nations send representatives (MP's) to parliament, except to Isle of Man, which has its own parliament (Tynwald).

Yes!!! It is a complex arrangement, that has come about through centuries of history.

Amos Wilson passed away in 1995 from a heart attack. He was a prominent African-American psychologist, author, and social theorist known for his work on issues of race, education, and economic empowerment in the Black community.

Charles Dickens is a famous author who wrote about London in the 19th century. His novels, such as "Oliver Twist" and "David Copperfield," vividly depict the social conditions and character of the city during that time period.

Some famous Scottish Victorians include writer Robert Louis Stevenson, scientist Sir James Clerk Maxwell, and engineer Thomas Stevenson. They made significant contributions to literature, science, and engineering during the Victorian era.

Children in the Victorian era often sold items like matches, flowers, newspapers, and shoelaces on the streets. Some children also resorted to begging or engaging in petty theft to survive.

Victorian children in the evening would typically have dinner with their families, participate in indoor activities such as reading, playing games, or doing chores, and then prepare for bed. Some children may also attend evening social gatherings or events if their families permitted.

Victorians wrote articles on a wide range of topics in their newspapers, including news about politics, society, culture, and economics. They also covered local events, crime reports, editorials, serialized fiction, and advancements in technology and science. Additionally, newspapers contained advertisements, letters to the editor, and opinion pieces.

Their treatment in Shakespeare's day was better than it would be in later centuries, but not perhaps as good as it is now. Shakespeare gives a number of examples of bastards in his plays including Falconbridge in King John and Edmund in King Lear. Edmund clearly resents the lower status his bastardy gives him, but he is acknowledged and supported by his father. Their disadvantage was chiefly in their inability to inherit from their natural father, even if they were acknowledged.