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What is the Great Reform Act?

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The Great Reform Act was created to reform the electoral system of England and Wales. Efforts were made to make the elections of members of Parliament more fair. As a result a number of unnecessary seats in Parliament were reduced. Despite the reductions, there were also needed new seats created in both England and Wales.

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