There were several changes that took place in Britain during the mid-1800s and these had a huge impact on their society. It was beginning of the Agricultural and Industrial Revolution. Development of the seed drill by Jethro Tull enabled the planting of seeds to be done faster and this led to more produce. The Industrial Revolution led to the growth of industries which later led to the rise of cities causing a shift from rural to urban living. It also brought to attention the plight of the poor and the dangers of child and women labor. This brought not only economic but social changes as well.