The Statute of Oxford

The Statute of Oxford, enacted in 1258, was a set of reforms established in England aimed at curbing the power of the monarchy and addressing the concerns of the barons. It emerged during a period of political unrest and sought to improve governance by increasing accountability. The statute introduced changes such as the requirement for a council of barons to advise the king and established regular sessions of Parliament. It represented an early attempt to limit royal authority and lay the groundwork for the development of constitutional governance in England.