Representation and Redistribution in the 1832 RPA Flashcards
1
Q
What is an example of the 1832 improving the redistribution of seats?
A
- Rotten boroughs like Old Sarum removed
- Replace by 22 new constituencies in industrial cities like Manchester and Stockport
2
Q
What was the result of new boundaries?
A
- More constituencies had contested elections
3
Q
What is evidence the 1832 RPA had improved general elections?
A
- Before 1832 number of constituencies which held elections during a general election was never above 40%
- 1832 - 74% of constituencies held elections
