6. Growth of Reform after 1832 Flashcards
What are the 4 sections for this plan?
- Legacy of the 1832 Reform Act
- Actions of political parties
- Role of pressure groups
- External Factors
Legacy of the 1832 Reform Act
What was the requirement for franchise under the 1832 Reform Act?
The franchise under the 1832 Reform Act was limited to owning property worth £10 a year or £50 a year rented.
Legacy of the 1832 Reform Act
How many people were eligible to vote in Leeds under the 1832 Reform Act?
Only 5,000 out of 125,000 people were eligible to vote in Leeds under the 1832 Reform Act.
Legacy of the 1832 Reform Act
What percentage of the male electorate was eligible to vote under the 1832 Reform Act?
Only 18% of the male electorate, or 650,000 people, were eligible to vote under the 1832 Reform Act.
Legacy of the 1832 Reform Act
Were Members of Parliament (MPs) salaried during this time?
No, MPs were not salaried during this time.
Legacy of the 1832 Reform Act
How many middle-class MPs were in the cabinet between 1830 and 1866?
Out of 103 MPs in the cabinet between 1830 and 1866, only 14 were middle class.
Legacy of the 1832 Reform Act
What was the financial requirement for running for office under the 1832 Reform Act?
It required £600 to run for office under the 1832 Reform Act, which allowed the elite to retain control.
Legacy of the 1832 Reform Act
What were some of the consequences of the 1832 Reform Act in terms of new boroughs?
The 1832 Reform Act created 42 new boroughs, which exposed new issues with health and education.
Legacy of the 1832 Reform Act
When did voting become private instead of public?
Voting remained public until 1872 - Lambing and cooping still took place
Legacy of the 1832 Reform Act
What was the original intention of the 1832 Reform Act?
The 1832 Reform Act was intended to appease the middle class, but it opened the door for further change.
Actions of Political Parties
When did Gladstone attempt to introduce a bill, and what was its outcome?
In March 1866, Gladstone attempted to introduce a bill to reduce the borough franchise to £7, benefiting 200,000 skilled workers.
However, the bill was not as radical as some had hoped, and it was defeated.
Actions of Political Parties
Who led the Adullamites against Gladstone’s bill, and what was the result?
Robert Lowe led the Adullamites against Gladstone’s bill, which caused a split in the government.
Actions of Political Parties
What was a concern among MPs regarding uneducated voters?
MPs were concerned about the susceptibility of uneducated voters to radical ideas.
Actions of Political Parties
Who sensed a mood for change and proposed a bill to extend the franchise?
Disraeli sensed a mood for change and proposed a bill to extend the franchise.
Actions of Political Parties
What was the reaction of Cranbourne, Peel, and Carnarvon to Disraeli’s proposed bill?
Cranbourne, Peel, and Carnarvon all resigned from the Cabinet in reaction to Disraeli’s proposed bill.
Actions of Political Parties
How long did it take for Disraeli’s bill to be passed, and what was the result?
Disraeli’s bill went through drafts from February to August 1867 before being passed.
It ended up having a larger franchise than originally planned and added 1 million voters to the electorate, doubling it to one-third of adult males.
Role of pressure groups
Who founded the Anti Corn League and when?
Richard Cobden founded the Anti Corn League in 1839.
Role of pressure groups
What was the main objective of the Anti Corn League?
The main objective of the Anti Corn League was to advocate for the repeal of the Corn Laws.
Role of pressure groups
What did the National Reform Union advocate for in 1864?
The National Reform Union advocated for the extension of the franchise to all male ratepayers, equal seat distribution, and the implementation of a secret ballot.
Role of pressure groups
What was the main demand of the Reform League in 1865?
The Reform League demanded universal manhood suffrage.
Role of pressure groups
Who was Samuel Morley and what was his role in the pressure groups?
Samuel Morley, a wool manufacturer from Nottingham, was a liberal-minded employer who supported the goals of the pressure groups.
Role of pressure groups
How were these pressure groups perceived by Parliament?
These pressure groups were seen as respectful, which gave them a degree of influence in Parliament.
Role of pressure groups
How did the pressure groups demonstrate their assertiveness?
The pressure groups organised demonstrations that were assertive but respectful.
External Factors - Hyde Park Riots
What event led to the Hyde Park Riots in 1866?
The failure of the 1st Liberal Bill led to the Hyde Park Riots in 1866.
External Factors - Hyde Park Riots
When was the meeting held that was declared illegal by conservative home secretary Spencer Walpole?
The meeting was held on July 23rd, 1866, and it was declared illegal by conservative home secretary Spencer Walpole.
External Factors - Hyde Park Riots
What happened to the park gates during the riots?
Protestors clashed with police and swung on the gates until they collapsed.
External Factors - Hyde Park Riots
How many people entered the park during the riots?
Around 200,000 people entered the park during the riots.
External Factors - Hyde Park Riots
Who announced another rally in Trafalgar Square the following evening?
John Bedford Leno, one of the leaders of the Reform League, announced another rally in Trafalgar Square the following evening.
External Factors - Hyde Park Riots
How did the rally in Trafalgar Square end?
The rally in Trafalgar Square ended peacefully.
External Factors - Hyde Park Riots
What was the impact of the peaceful rallies?
Made the leaders of the Reform League household names and led to a rapid increase in support for the movement.
