1818 May 3 +

Parl. Reform Resolutions

Introductory Speech

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4. In the fourth division, containing one proposed Resolution, are brought to view

the authorities, consisting passages in speeches from the throne, from the reign of

King James the first to that of his present Majesty, ( ten

in number) in which the right of preference thus ascribed to the interest of the

people, is recognized.

5. In the fifth division are contained the series of proposed Resolutions, ( seven in number), in which (on the occasion of the choice of

Representatives to act for the people in concurrence with the Monarch and the House

of Lords, in the administration of public affairs, the necessity of a virtual

universality, as well as a practical equality, of suffrage is asserted, explained and

justified: the topic of freedom of suffrage being at the same time though as yet but

slightly, glanced at.

6. In the sixth division are contained the proposed Resolutions, (two in number), in

which are brought to view the authorities, viz. passages in speeches from the throne

from the reign of King James to that of his present Majesty, - ( five in number) – in and by which the sanction of the monarchical authority

is given to these several positions.

7. In the seventh division are contained the proposed Resolutions, ( two in number), in which the necessity of freedom of

suffrage to genuineness of suffrage, and of secresy of freedom, is asserted, and

explained.