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38. Essay Plan Why was there a move towards a more democratic parliament in Britain after 1850? Social and Economic Change Political Reform no longer a threat American Civil War Changing ideology and attitudes Industrial revolution Middle classes Education Spread of ideas Respect for artisans Urbanisation WW1 Playing for political advantage ‘ Dish the Whigs..’ steal reform ideas to steal votes Secret Ballot~ remove intimidation Corrupt and Illegal practices~limit the amount spent on elections reduce advantage of rich conservatives Reforms of 1880s distraction from foreign policy problems facing liberal government Redistribution of seats ~ Liberals hoped for votes from urban voters. Popular pressure Impact of Reform movements Fear of Revolution Women campaign for the vote
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