The Great Britain Act 1707

The Great Britain Act 1707 was a significant piece of legislation that united the Kingdom of England (which included Wales) and the Kingdom of Scotland into a single entity called Great Britain. This merger was intended to create a stronger and more unified government, promote trade, and enhance security. It established a single Parliament of Great Britain in Westminster, replacing the separate parliaments of England and Scotland. The act aimed to address economic and political challenges by fostering cooperation between the two nations, marking a key moment in British history and shaping the political landscape in the centuries that followed.