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Introduction of the Jew Bill

When
1753
Where
Parliament of Great Britain
Part of
Passage of the Jewish Naturalisation Act 1753

Henry Pelham introduced the bill in 1753 to allow Jewish naturalization by application to Parliament.

In 1753, Henry Pelham brought in the Jew Bill, which allowed Jews resident in Britain to become naturalized by application to Parliament. This legislative move was possibly a reward and marked a significant step in religious policy.

Sources

  1. Jewish Naturalisation Act 1753 Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-27

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