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Passage of the Durham University Act
- When
- 1832
- Where
- Parliament
Parliament passed the Durham University Act 1832, allowing the Dean and Chapter to fund a new university, driven by Archdeacon Thorp and Bishop Van Mildert.
The Act, cited as 2 & 3 Will. 4. c. 19, enabled the appropriation of cathedral property for educational purposes. It was instigated by Archdeacon Charles Thorp and supported by Bishop William Van Mildert, creating the legal basis for the university's establishment in Durham.
Sources
- Durham University Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-05
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