1918 and 1928 Representation of the People Acts Flashcards

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What was the pressure to pass the bill?

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  • Fear of suffragette militarism returning after the war
  • Contribution of working class men and women in the war
  • Strong support of PM Lloyd George
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What did the 1918 RPA do?

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  • Gave the vote to all adult males over 21
  • Women over the age of 30 could vote
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What was the impact?

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  • About 95% of adult males could vote
  • 8 million women added to the electorate - largest single addition to the franchise
  • 75% of voters in 1918 had never voted before
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What did the 1928 RPA do?

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  • Removed the difference between male and female voters
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What was the impact of the 1928 RPA?

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  • Women in electorate rose from 8 million to 14.5 million
  • Women now made up the majority of the franchise
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