Repeal of the Dress Act and limited relief; Irish Constitution of 1782 grants legislative autonomy
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Repeal of the Dress Act
In 1782, the British government repealed the Dress Act, which had been part of the Penal Laws that discriminated against the Irish. This act had prohibited the Irish from wearing their traditional garb, a symbol of their cultural identity.
Irish Constitution of 1782
The same year, the Irish Parliament passed the Constitution of 1782, granting Ireland legislative autonomy. This was a significant step towards Irish self-governance, although it was still under the British crown.
Statistics
| Year | Event | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1782 | Repeal of the Dress Act | Cultural freedom |
| 1782 | Irish Constitution | Legislative autonomy |
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