Government response until 1838 Flashcards
1
Q
What government was in power from 1835-41?
A
It was a Whig government
2
Q
What was Parliament’s view?
A
Thought that the Great Reform Act had sufficiently amended the constitution so no need for more change. Some MP’s sympathised with the Chartists
3
Q
What did the Whigs believe?
A
Believed in freedom of ideas and liberal thinking
4
Q
Did they do anything to stop the Chartists?
A
No
