Sugar duties debate in Imperial Parliament Frustrates West India planters
Legislation on equalising sugar duties sparks a long clash in Lords and Commons. Proponents of free trade, including Lord Russell and Mr Gibson, press for ending discriminating duties to curb slave labour and aid consumers. Opponents, led by Sir R Peel and West India owners, warn against revenue loss and argue protection fosters imperial interests. Debate spans sugar, slavery, and colonial economics with powerful rhetoric and parliamentary maneuvering.
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