Oxford Parliament (1681) facts for kids
The Oxford Parliament was an important meeting of the English Parliament. It happened in the city of Oxford for just one week, from March 21 to March 28, 1681. This was during the time of Charles II of England as king. It was also known as the Third Exclusion Parliament because of a big debate happening at the time.
King Charles II chose Oxford for this meeting. Oxford was a strong supporter of the King, unlike London. The King hoped that by meeting in Oxford, his opponents, called the Whigs, would not get as much support from the people in London. This was a key part of a big political argument known as the Exclusion Crisis.
This was the fifth and last parliament of King Charles II's reign. It came after another important meeting called the Exclusion Bill Parliament. Both parts of Parliament, the House of Lords and the House of Commons, met. The King gave a speech to them on the first day. William Williams was the Speaker, just like in the previous Parliament. He was chosen by everyone. The Oxford Parliament ended quickly after a new "Exclusion Bill" was suggested. This bill was very popular with many people. King Charles decided to close the Parliament after he got money from King Louis XIV of France.
Later Events
The Glorious Revolution
Years later, in December 1688, some of the people who had been part of the Oxford Parliament met again. This happened after King James II of England had left England. Their meeting helped lead to a special Parliament called the Convention Parliament. This new Parliament decided that William III and Mary II would rule England together.
See also
- List of parliaments of England
- 1681 English general election
- Oxford Parliament (1258)
- Oxford Parliament (1644)
