Reprimand for Earl of Pomfret and naval accountability
Debate in the Lords over a resolution to reprimand George Earl of Pomfret for an offence against the House. The motion seeks papers on the Madeira episode and the fate of a West Indies convoy commanded by Captain Moutray, with officers like Admiral Graves discussed amid concerns about naval losses and strategic policy.
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Europe
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Graves
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Riots debate in Commons on magistrates and civil power
MPs discuss a bill to empower Justices of the Peace during riots and put limits on military role. Mr Minchin argues for enabling all commission members to act as Justices without traditional oath or dedimus powers to strengthen civil authority. critics warn of undermining qualifications and oath requirements and stress need for civilian leadership and protection of magistrates.
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Motion on Lord Lieutenant powers and civil magistrates
debate centers on county Lord Lieutenant independence and safeguards against caprice with provision for noncooperation among magistrates. Mr Onslow spoke softly recounting Southwark tumults and urging punishment for neglect of duty. Petitions from Potter Hindon and Temple Luttrell seek hearings for undue returns with dates in April May.
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Cambridge
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Hindon
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