The Act proved controversial at first, as it was seen as an attempt to increase government control of industry, union influence and perhaps pave the way for nationalisation, and only four development boards were created under the 1945-51 Labour government.
The Act proved controversial at first. It was seen as an attempt. This was to increase government control of industry and perhaps pave the way for nationalisation. Industry was union influence. Only four development boards were created under the 1945-51 Labour government.