How did the British oligarchs threaten the livelihood of the poor?

British oligarchs historically threatened the livelihood of the poor through practices such as land enclosures, which privatized common lands that were essential for subsistence farming and grazing. Their control over resources and wealth often resulted in the exploitation of labor, with low wages and poor working conditions for the working class. Additionally, their influence on politics and policy often prioritized their interests, further entrenching economic inequality and limiting opportunities for the poor to improve their circumstances.