Tensions among Commissioners meant that the central administration of the system needed to change.
The Reform Act enfranchised a greater number of people meaning that Parliament became more concerned with welfare.
In 1863 when American crop failures led to an increase in pauperism the government passed short term measures which legitimized outdoor relief.
The Local Government Board similarly encouraged those unions to limit outdoor relief.
During the period after the passing of the Poor Law Amendment Act to the start of the 20th century the treatment of paupers became more humane.