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Bill Introduction

When
1 March 1831
Where
House of Commons
Part of
Reform Act 1832 becomes law in the United Kingdom

Lord John Russell introduced the first Reform Bill in the House of Commons on 1 March 1831.

Russell, a principal architect of the Act, brought the bill forward on behalf of the government. This followed the drafting by a subcommittee of cabinet members. The bill aimed to redistribute seats and extend the franchise.

Sources

  1. Reform Act 1832 Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-12
  2. Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-14
  3. John Russell, 1st Earl Russell Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-01

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