British Reform Act of 1832

The British Reform Act of 1832 was a law that changed how parliamentary representation worked in the UK. It updated voting rights, giving more people—especially from the middle class—the chance to vote, and eliminated many "rotten boroughs" (small districts with little voters but disproportionate influence). This made the political system more fairer and responsive to the population’s needs. The act also marked the beginning of a series of reforms that expanded democracy in Britain, reducing corruption and making Parliament more representative of the people.