Manuscript 'Collection of all the dissents or protestations with reasons and the names of the Lords who signed the same ent'red on the Journals of the House of Lords', from 9 Sep 1641 to 25 Feb 1736. Official stamp with the letters 'A.F.'
Parliamentary dissents
This material is held atSenate House Library Archives, University of London
- Reference
- GB 96 MS 540
- Dates of Creation
- [1736]
- Name of Creator
- Language of Material
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 volume containing 250 leaves
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
The English Parliament is the main legislative body of the country. Politicians and Lords who disagreed with proposed legislation could protest, or enter their dissents to any votes of the House, either with or without their reasons. These dissents were entered and signed in the Clerk's book.
Arrangement
Single item.
Access Information
Access to this collection is unrestricted for the purpose of private study and personal research within the supervised environment and restrictions of the Library's Palaeography Room. Uncatalogued material may not be seen. Please contact the University Archivist for details.
Acquisition Information
Given by the New College, Hampstead, in 1960.
Other Finding Aids
Collection level description.
Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements
14½" x 9¼". Vellum-covered boards.
Archivist's Note
Compiled by Sarah Aitchison as part of the RSLP AIM25 Project.
Conditions Governing Use
Copies may be made, subject to the condition of the original. Copying must be undertaken by the Palaeography Room staff, who will need a minimum of 24 hours to process requests.