Apprenticeship Act 1844, courtesy of NSW legislation.
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The Apprenticeship Act 1844 [2/1844 (8 Vic. No.2)], also known as 'An Act to regulate and amend the Law of Orphan and other Apprentices in the Colony of New South Wales', increased penalties on child 'apprentices' who 'absconded', including prison terms. It also increased penalties on masters and employers who mistreated or abandoned children. This Act was repealed by the Apprentices Act 1894.
1828 - 1844 Apprenticeship Act 1828
1844 - 1894 Apprenticeship Act 1844
1851 - 1901 Apprenticeship Act 1851
1901 - 1969 Apprentices Act 1901
Prepared by: Liam Hogan
Created: 26 February 2014, Last modified: 10 June 2021
Last updated: 4 August 2023
Cite this: https://www.findandconnect.gov.au/ref/nsw/biogs/NE01520b.htm
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