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Overburdened with Children

Episode 10 of 30

Michael Morpurgo tells the story of the Poor Law, a forerunner of the welfare state and a safety net for many poor children.

15 minutes

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Sat 5 Jan 201902:15
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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