Irish Church Temporalities Act

The Irish Church Temporalities Act of 1869 reorganized the Church of Ireland, which was Protestant and had been funded by government grants. It aimed to reduce government financial support, close some church establishments, and redistribute resources more efficiently. The law also reduced the number of bishops and dioceses, helping to streamline church administration. Essentially, it was part of broader efforts to separate church and state influences in Ireland, making the church more autonomous and financially sustainable, while addressing questions of fairness and efficiency in church spending.