List of Irish MPs 1783–1790 facts for kids

The Irish House of Commons was like the main meeting place for lawmakers in Ireland a long time ago, similar to how the Dáil Éireann works today. From 1783 to 1790, 300 members, called MPs (Members of Parliament), served there. This was a special time when Ireland had its own parliament, making laws for itself, before it became part of the United Kingdom.

Who Were the MPs?

The MPs in the Irish House of Commons were important people who represented different parts of Ireland. They were chosen to speak for the people in their areas. Their job was to discuss and vote on laws that affected everyone in Ireland.

What Did They Do?

These MPs debated big ideas and made decisions about how Ireland was run. Some of them were known as "Patriots." These "Patriots" were a group of MPs who wanted Ireland to have more control over its own laws and government, rather than being controlled by Great Britain. They believed in Ireland's independence.

Important Roles

Some MPs had very important jobs. For example, a "Chief Secretary for Ireland" was a top government official who helped manage things between the Irish Parliament and the British government. The "Speaker of the Irish House of Commons" was like the chairperson of the meetings, making sure everything ran smoothly.

A Look at Some Members

The list below shows some of the people who were MPs during this time. It tells you their name, the area they represented (their "constituency"), and sometimes a special note about them or what group they belonged to.

• Henry Grattan: A very famous "Patriot" who fought for Ireland's rights. He represented Charlemont.
• Lord Edward FitzGerald: Another "Patriot" who represented Athy.
• Thomas Pelham: He was the Chief Secretary for Ireland from 1783 to 1784. He represented Carrick.
• Thomas Orde: He also served as Chief Secretary for Ireland from 1784 to 1787. He represented Rathcormack.
• Edmund Pery: He was the Speaker of the Irish House of Commons from 1771 to 1785. He represented Limerick City and later Dungannon.

This list helps us understand who was involved in making decisions for Ireland during this important period in its history.