In Britain, during the Industrial Revolution, what were the Factory Acts? - Junior Cycle History - Question ix - 2015

The Factory Acts were a series of laws in Britain aimed at regulating employment conditions in industry during the Industrial Revolution. They were primarily focused on improving labor conditions, especially for women and children, by setting limits on working hours and establishing basic safety regulations. Each act addressed specific issues related to the working environment, thus providing a legislative framework to protect workers from exploitation.