Ordinance of Labourers 1349

The Ordinance of Labourers 1349 (23 Edw. 3) is often considered to be the start of English labour law. Specifically, it fixed wages and imposed price controls; required all those under the age of 60 to work; prohibited the enticing away of another's servants; and other terms.

Ordinance of Labourers 1349

The Ordinance of Labourers 1349 (23 Edw. 3) is often considered to be the start of English labour law. Specifically, it fixed wages and imposed price controls; required all those under the age of 60 to work; prohibited the enticing away of another's servants; and other terms.