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Bill to curb sedition and Jacobin influence debated in Parliament
Debate focused on preventing seditious societies and press abuse, proposing licensing for debating clubs and a Sedition Bill. Speakers warned of Jacobin networks, pressed register of printers and presses, and argued for strict penalties, licensing, and accountability to curb internal threats while preserving press freedom.
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Ali
Tierney
England
Despard
Ireland
Aspensing
Mr. Colquhoun
Lords
Turspay
Dent
Pitt