Debate on Catholic Emancipation and Protestant Establishment
The discussion centers on the Oath of Supremacy and the move to relax tests for Catholics. Speakers defend maintaining limits to protect the Protestant establishment, while arguing gradual concessions may be possible if they do not threaten the throne or moral order. They contrast past fears, justify continued restrictions, and address Dissenters and potential Catholic enfranchisement within a cautious reform framework.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth
Charles II
T Ca
Ireland
Jedoce
Norman
House of Commons
Buonaparte
Yen Sae Gee
Rene
Mr. Peel
Presbyterian Kirk
Corporation of Colchester
Phere
Debate on Catholic Oath and Penal Laws in Parliament
A long parliamentary debate critiques proposed oaths and bills easing Catholic restrictions. Speakers condemn favoritism, defend Protestant safeguards, and warn against repealing landmark statutes. They recall past acts like the Test, Corporation, and Bill of Rights, arguing constitutional balance hinges on religious qualification.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Midland
Milner
W. Scott
Lord Coke
John Nicholl
William
Titus Oates
Lord Somers
Anne
George
Ireland
Mr. C. Grant
Willian
England
Perad
The Irish Question and Catholic Rights Debate in Parliament
The speech argues against anti Catholic laws of past times and defends reform toward union between England and Ireland. It challenges oath interpretations, asserts royal supremacy distinctions, and warns that excluding Catholics harms civil rights. It calls for fairer treatment and Westminster action to end religious persecution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
House of Lords
Church of England
J. Nicholl
Jon
Sir W. Scott
C. Grant
Christendom
College of
Henry VII
Elizabeth
Henry VIII
Mary
Rome
Anates
Ford Conscientia
Lord Coke
1St Elizabeth
M. Hale
Ireland
Concordia
Brownlow
Horace
Swiss
Catholic Bill debate on oath and colonial appointments
Members clash over Catholic rights and oath of supremacy in Parliament. Critics argue the bill weakens Protestant supremacy, hampers ecclesiastical control, and blocks Catholic governors or officials. They warn half measures would force new offices and dilute state duties, urging full Catholic admission with caution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uline
Bramber
Wilberforen
Ireland
Wetherell
Elizabeth
J. Mackintosh
Mr. Wetherell
Knaresborough
Macy
Hon. Vlii
Rome
Queen Elizabeth
Thas
Council Board
Waterloo
Jamaica
West India
Council
Buller
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