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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- The Factory Act 1833 was a British statute regulating child labour in textile mills, notable for creating the first paid factory inspectorate to enforce its provisions.
- Why is the Factory Act 1833 considered more significant than earlier factory laws?
- What were the key age and hour restrictions under the Act?
- Who led the agitation that produced the Factory Act 1833?
- What were the limitations of the Factory Act 1833?

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The Factory Act 1833 was a British statute regulating child labour in textile mills, notable for creating the first paid factory inspectorate to enforce its provisions.

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