Policys Introduced By Liverpool Between 1822 And 1830 Flashcards
State 2 policy’s introduced by Liverpool in the trade sector
. The changing of the Navigation Acts enabled British colonies to trade with other countries instead of just Britain.
. Trade with newly independent countries in South America e.g. Brazil was encouraged and traders were now given the freedom to trade with these countries without penalties and tariffs.
. The Reciprocity of Duties Act allowed the creation of free trade treaties between countries ( 15 treaties signed by 1829 ).
State a financial policy introduced
. Frederick Robinson ( chancellor of the exchequer ) lowered many taxes and set aside more money for a new sinking fund.
. Taxes such as the window tax was halved and duties on many foreign goods were reduced.
. The Bank act of 1826 reformed the banking system to decrease the number of bank notes and increase 5e size of banks. This reform increased confidence in the banking system.
State 2 policy’s introduced by Liverpool in the law sector
. The death penalty was removed for a variety of crimes e.g. Impersonating a Chelsea pensioner.
. A series of laws between 1826 and 1828 ensured that judges were now paid salaries instead of fees.
. The prison system was reformed via the Goals Act of 1823 - led to some improvements in medical care and education of prisoners.
State 4 policy’s which were not liberal?
. Trade duties and tariffs had been reduced but they still remained
. The Corn laws even though introduced in 1815 still remained
. Widespread corruption and benefit to the landed interest still remained in the courts and law and elections
. The creation of the MET could be considered not liberal due to the infringement that the force could have on personal rights.
State some work policies introduced
. The Combination Laws were repealed by radical MP Joseph Hue, who was not a member of the government, as a result the government cannot take credit for the repeal of the Combination Laws.
. However the Combinations of Workmen Act of 1825 made Unions liberal but limited the way they could operate.
