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Women members room at the House of Commons
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Women members room at the House of Commons
The room at the House of Commons formerly occupied by General Seely as Under-Secretary for Air, and set apart in 1919 for Lady Astor and any other women members of Parliament following the election of Nancy Astor as MP for PLymouth. Date: 1919
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In this historic photograph, taken in 1919, we see the Women Members' Room at the House of Commons, a space set aside specifically for female Members of Parliament (MPs) following the election of the first woman MP, Nancy Astor, in the general election of December 1918. Located in the Palace of Westminster, this room was previously occupied by General Seely as Under-Secretary for Air. With the groundbreaking election of Lady Astor, who represented the Conservative Party in Plymouth Sutton, the need for a dedicated space for women MPs became necessary. The room, tastefully decorated with comfortable seating, a fireplace, and a grand chandelier, served as a gathering place for women MPs to socialize, discuss parliamentary business, and hold meetings. It was a symbol of the progress made towards gender equality in politics, as women were finally granted the right to vote and stand for election just two years prior. Nancy Astor's election victory marked a significant milestone in British history, paving the way for more women to enter politics and shatter the glass ceiling. This photograph captures a moment in time when the political landscape was forever changed, as women began to make their mark in the male-dominated world of Westminster politics. The Women Members' Room remained in use until the late 1950s when the number of women MPs increased, and they were integrated into the main chamber and other areas of the House of Commons. Today, the legacy of this room and the trailblazing women who occupied it continues to inspire and empower future generations of women in politics.
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