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University Reform Act debate on private halls and tests
Lords discuss a private halls proposal for Roman Catholics and Dissenters at Oxford and other universities. Critics warn against undermining religious education, while supporters urge compromise to open fellowships and end tests. The House divided and the bill was rejected on the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oxford
Hear
Church of England
Arnold
Earl of Money
Cambridge
Guoucester
Lord Carnarvon
Earl of Campgertown
Lord Syrretton
Lord Licuristo
Repxspatz
Kimpertey
Cairns
Archbishop of Canterbury
Lord Stratheden
Lord Granville
Lord Lytreton
Sunday
Lord Shaftesbury