The plan was built on three guiding principles to ensure a "national minimum" standard of living for every citizen:
The report, drafted by economist Sir William Beveridge, identified five major social ills—the "Five Giants"—that needed to be defeated to achieve post-war reconstruction: : Poverty caused by lack of income. Disease : Poor health and lack of access to medical care. Ignorance : Lack of education. Squalor : Inadequate housing. Idleness : Unemployment. Key Principles of the Plan el plan beveridge.docx
: Established in 1948 to provide comprehensive healthcare free at the point of use, financed through general taxation. The plan was built on three guiding principles
: Every citizen was covered, regardless of class or income. drafted by economist Sir William Beveridge