Cards (4)

  • What did the 1832 Great Reform Act do?

    The franchise is extended to new classes of people including shopkeepers and small farmers. 6% of the adult population are now allowed to vote. Women are still unable to vote
  • What did the 1918 Representation of the People Act do?

    Extended voting rights to women over 30 who are either married or a property owner in their own right or a graduate
  • What did the 1928 Representation of the People Act do?

    Extended the franchise to all adults over 21, including women
  • What did the 1969 Representation of the People Act do?

    Reduced the voting age from 21 to 18