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Political Reforms in the 19th Century

By csizzleandsammyG

  • Roman Catholic Relief Act

    Irish catholics were given the right to vote

  • Cotton Mills Act

    Night work was banned for all persons under the age of 21, and work days were limited to 12 hours for everyone under 18 years of age

  • The Great Reform Act

    The middle class was given the right to vote

  • The Ten Hours Act

    Work hours for women and children per week were limited to 63 hours

  • The representation of People Act

    Gave voting rights to every adult male householder living in towns

  • Secret Ballot Act

    Made voting secret and reduced power of landlords in determining outcome of elections

  • Conspiracy and Protection of Property Act

    Workers were permitted to peacefully picket their place of work when they are on strike

  • Representation of the People Act

    Gave poor farmers and people living on the countryside the right to vote