Reforms of Great Britain

By mberman13
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    Reforms of Great Britain

  • Corn Laws

    Revisons to regulate the forgein grain trade. This new regulation stopped imports of forgien grain unless the prices at home rose significalny resulting in protests

  • The Six Acts

    Placed controls on heavily taxed press elimnating all big meetings.

  • The Battle of Peterloo

    Demonstrated the government's determination to repress and stand fast.

  • Catholics allowed to participate in parliament as well as get elected

  • Representation of the People Act

    Introduced wide ranging of changes to the electoral system of England and Whales.

  • The Reform Act

    In England and Whales giving representation to previously underrepresented areas. Extended the qualifications of voting

  • The Scottish Reform Act

    After the England and Whales, Scottland had their own reform act doing the same.

  • The Irish Refrom Act

    After the England and Whales, Ireland had their own reform act doing the same.

  • Slavery was abolished in British colonies

  • Charist Movement

    Universal male suffrage regardless of economic background.

  • Corn Laws Repealed

    The Corn Laws were tariffs supporting wealthy landowners.

  • 10 Hours Act

    Limiting the working hours of women and young children to 10 hours.