jan 8, 1832 - British Reform Bill of 1832

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Changes to the boroughs and counties, giving more weight in politics to wealthy business and commercial classes of the large towns. Protected landed and industrial interests from democracy, effectively keeping all working classes out of the electorate. No provision for secret ballot - electioneering in England became more corrupt and disorderly than ever. Helped make legislative enactment the normal means of social changes

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