The Origins of Parliament

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Résumé

Even at the beginning of the monarchy, when the king had absolute power, it was impossible for him to do everything himself. Therefore, he needed group of experienced advisers to help him reach a decision. This group originally composed of the most important noble men is at the origin of the British Parliament. Members of the Church and the army were also part of this assembly which became a formal part of the state. The first recorded example was known as the Witan or Grand Council which we find in late Saxon England during the reign of King Offa in the 8th century. By the 10th century, this assembly was much bigger and became a real institution with the ability to pass laws and issue Charters. In the early days, King's were often elected and this was one of the main functions of the Witan. Gradually the assembly grew, and business was discussed by the...

Table of contents:

I) The early years

A. From the middle Ages to The Civil War
B. Towards Democracy: 1689-1799
C. The suffrage movement

II) Parliament and modern Times

A. The Supremacy of the House of Commons
B. The development of political parties

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