Episode 3 of 3

Debate on Future Representation

When
6–7 October 1654
Where
House of Commons
Part of
First Protectorate Parliament

MPs debated the distribution of members for future parliaments in October 1654.

On 6 and 7 October 1654, the House of Commons debated the number of members for future parliaments. MP Guibon Goddard noted agreement on a total of 400 members, excluding Jersey and Guernsey, with minor differences on specific distribution.

Sources

  1. First Protectorate Parliament Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-11

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