Philip Fleming (MP) facts for kids
Philip Fleming (born around 1587) was an English lawyer and politician. He was a member of the House of Commons, which is like a part of the government, at different times between 1614 and 1629.
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Philip Fleming: A Life in Law and Politics
Philip Fleming was the son of Sir Thomas Fleming and Mary James. His father was an important judge. Philip started studying at Christ Church, Oxford when he was 17 years old, in 1604.
Becoming a Lawyer
After his studies, Philip Fleming trained to become a lawyer. In 1612, he finished his training at Lincoln's Inn. This meant he could now work as a lawyer.
His Time in Parliament
In 1614, Philip Fleming was chosen to be a Member of Parliament (MP) for a place called Lymington. An MP is someone elected to represent people in the House of Commons. He also became the steward of the Isle of Wight, which was an important job there.
He was elected as an MP again several times for Newport (Isle of Wight). He won elections in 1621, 1624, 1626, and 1628. He kept his seat in Parliament until 1629.
What Happened Next?
Philip Fleming's time in Parliament ended in 1629. This was because King Charles I decided he wanted to rule England without Parliament for a while. He ruled alone for eleven years. This meant there were no elections or meetings of Parliament during that time.
