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Conferences, Seminars and Events, History of Parliament Trust

Monarchy and Democracy: A History of Leadership

In June, The History of Parliament and St James’s House celebrated the publication of their latest collaboration, Monarchy and Democracy: a History of Leadership. Jennifer Davey, Director of the History of Parliament , discusses the contents of the book. We are delighted that our latest publication with St James’s House, Monarchy & Democracy: a History of Leadership, has been released. This book marks the 325th … Continue reading Monarchy and Democracy: A History of Leadership

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Victorian, 19th Century history, Conferences, Seminars and Events, Electoral Reform, Parties

‘The Second Reform Act of 1867: party interest or the road to democracy?’: A debate between Rt. Hon. The Lord Adonis and Kwasi Kwarteng MP

Last Tuesday the History of Parliament hosted our annual lecture in Westminster – also our new Director, Dr Stephen Roberts’ first event. The event focused on the Second Reform Act of 1867 in the wake of its 150th anniversary in 2017. This year we approached proceedings differently to the traditional lectures of previous years, in that our chair of trustees, Gordon Marsden MP invited and … Continue reading ‘The Second Reform Act of 1867: party interest or the road to democracy?’: A debate between Rt. Hon. The Lord Adonis and Kwasi Kwarteng MP

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