List of MPs elected in the 1747 British general election facts for kids
The 10th Parliament of Great Britain was a group of important people called Members of Parliament, or MPs. These MPs were chosen in an election held in 1747. Their job was to represent different parts of Great Britain and help make laws for the country.
In 1747, 558 MPs were elected to the House of Commons. This was a very important part of the Parliament of Great Britain. The House of Commons was where many decisions about the country were made.
What is an MP?
An MP stands for Member of Parliament. These are people who are elected by citizens to represent them in the country's Parliament. Think of them as your voice in the government. They bring up issues from their local area and vote on new laws.
The Election of 1747
The election in 1747 chose the MPs for the 10th Parliament. During this time, not everyone could vote. Only certain people, usually men who owned property, had the right to choose their representatives.
Political Groups
In the 10th Parliament, MPs often belonged to different political groups or had different ideas about how the country should be run.
- Whigs: This was a major political group at the time. They generally supported the power of Parliament and were often seen as more open to change.
- Administration: This term often referred to MPs who supported the current government or the King's ministers. They worked to pass the government's plans and laws.
A Glimpse at Some MPs
The Parliament was made up of many individuals, each representing a different area, called a constituency. Here are a few examples of MPs elected in 1747:
- David Scott represented a constituency called Aberdeen Burghs. He was part of the "Administration" group.
- Andrew Mitchell represented Aberdeenshire. He was a member of the Whig group.
- John Morton represented the constituency of Abingdon.
These MPs, and many others, worked together in the 10th Parliament to shape the future of Great Britain.
