Second National Convention and 2nd Petition, 1842 Flashcards
1
Q
Why was it arranged?
A
Economic depression and the breakdown of parts of the Poor Law system with the Outdoor Labour Test order which reintroduced outdoor relief
2
Q
How many signatures were collected?
A
3.3 million
3
Q
What was Parliament’s response to the petition?
A
They rejected it by 287 to 49
4
Q
What did the rejection of it lead to?
A
Led to strikes around the country, which included the ‘Plug Plot’
5
Q
Were the strikes significant?
A
No, they burned out quickly and the Convention disintegrated in disillusionment and confusion
