Change/Continuity In Post Reform Britain Flashcards
1
Q
Examples of parliament corruption after 1832
A
Henry Hunt lost his seat coalition of 2 wealthy families, Duke of Newcastle ensure Gladstone retained his seat
2
Q
How did the requirement of voter registration effect party behaviour?
A
Parties now needed to encourage supporters to register
3
Q
What clubs were formed to encourage voter registration?
A
Carlton Club (Tory), Reform Club (Whig)
4
Q
What was the significance of this demand for registration?
A
The creation of a two-party system
5
Q
What act was passed in 1835 effecting localised politics?
A
1835 Munincipal Corporations Act
6
Q
What did the 1835 Local Munincipal Corporations Act propose, and what were the effects?
A
Election of councils in towns, increases local-scale reform
