John Fielden Biography

Historical biography and chronological timeline for John Fielden, based on 2 World History Database records associated with Great Britain.

2 records1847–18472 events1 places

Chronological biography

1847

Reform of Working Hours1847

Government / Whig Party Government · London

Sponsors the successful passage of the Ten Hours act

Ten Hours Act8 June 1847

Economy / Factory Regulation · Member of Parliament · London

The Ten Hours Act limits daily factory labour for women and young people.

Titles and roles

Member of Parliament

Record provenance

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