Representation and Redistribution in the 1867 RPA Flashcards
1
Q
Examples of the 1867 RPA improving representation and redistribution?
A
- 45 seats were given to under-represented constituencies like Burnley and Middlesborough
- Working class got the vote
2
Q
However, the 1867 RPA had not solved the issue completely as…
A
- Political representation was still uneven:
- Constituencies were not balanced in size - Bath had 48 whilst Preston had 22
3
Q
Corruption still occurred as…
A
- Hustings were still open to landowners influence - led to corruption