Parliament of Ireland

:This article is about the legislature abolished in 1801. For alternative meanings, see Irish parliament (disambiguation).

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The Parliament of Ireland was a legislature that existed from mediæval times until 1800. It comprised the King of Ireland and two chambers: the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The House of Lords consisted of members of the Irish peerage while the Commons was directly elected, albeit on a very restricted franchise.

Related Topics:
Legislature - 1800 - King of Ireland - House of Commons - House of Lords - Irish peerage

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Over the centuries, the Irish parliament met in a number of locations both inside and outside of Dublin - the first place of definitive date and place was Castledermot, County Kildare on 18 June, 1264. Among its most famous meeting places were Dublin Castle, the Bluecoat School, Chichester House and, its final permanent home, the Irish Parliament House in College Green.

Related Topics:
Dublin - Castledermot - County Kildare - 18 June - 1264 - Dublin Castle - Bluecoat School - Chichester House - Irish Parliament House - College Green

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