End of sessions and war news update in The Week
The Week reflects on the prorogation of Parliament, a look at army numbers from 1792 to 1855, and evolving views on the war. It notes Lord Palmerston's figures, debates on policy, and a Baltic intelligence update detailing Sweaborg’s destruction and Russia’s strain.
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Lords Faulted as Final Court of Appeal Says Bethell
The Parliament and press debate the Lords as an ultimate court with only two lords in practice. Lord Campbell cites Bethell’s attack on the Lords inefficiency, urging a new umpire or a larger bench. London and Hertford show public opinion leaning toward reform or sustained conflict.
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Richard Bethell
Lord Campbell
Lord St. Leonards
Morning Post
Daily News
Sir Richard Bethell
Parting with Parliament Ends in Sparse Session
The session closes with limited achievements aside from war votes. Bills on limited liability and metropolitan governance barely advance, while several expected measures such as education and health bills are abandoned. The piece notes December to mid August timeline and commends Parliament for exposing failed pretenders to statesmanship.
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Aberdeen
Parliament and War Cast Their Shadow Over Britain
A parliamentary survey reflects on wartime strain and leadership. UK figures ABERDEEN, Newcastle, Palmerston, and Grey face criticism while Lord John Russell and Mr Grapstone attract blame. The opposition shuffles with limited gains amid public demand for victory and stable governance.
Parliament Recess Reflections on War and Peace
The article condemns ministerial turpitude and peacemongers while noting weak rhetoric and rising violence among critics. It praises Parliament for ending a wretched Peace Ministry and backing a War Ministry to the fullest extent during the recess.
The Law Lords Engage in Heated Debate Monday
The Law Lords reacted with anger after Sir Richard Betheuns remarks in Parliament about the Court of Appeal. Lord St Leonards, Lord Camper, and Lord Croxworth condemned the presentation while acknowledging some truth in the solicitor general's critique of the appellate system.
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Richard Berne
Commons
Lords
Lord St. Leonarns
Lord Camper
Lord Croxworth
Sorferior
Court of Chancery
House of Lords
Lincoln's Inn Hall
Court of Appeal
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Ihocantra
Paul
Fenix
Chancery
Lord St. Luonanns
R. Betuens
Camroxet
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