Pitt's successors 1801-12

When did Pitt resign, why, and who took his place? (2)

He resigned in 1801 after the royal veto of catholic emancipation as part of the act of union.

Succeeded by Addington

What was Addington like as prime minister, when did he step down, and who succeeded him?

He was focussed on the war with France and he tightened up income tax collection. However, he was weakened by his poor parliamentary conduct.

He stepped down in 1804 and Pitt became prime minister again

How long was Pitt’s second ministry and who succeeded him?

It only lasted from 1804-6 because he died and was succeeded by Lord Grenville

What was Grenville’s ministry like?

Referred to as the ministry of all talents, although that label became unfitting once Fox, who was foreign secretary, died.

They managed to abolish the slave trade in 1807, something Pitt failed to do in 1788

How long was Grenville’s ministry, why, and who succeeded him? (2)

1806-7 because when the issue of catholic emancipation was brought up the king threw a fit.

He was succeeded by the duke of Portland

How long was Portland’s ministry and what was it like?

1807-9

Known for corruption and ended due to Portland’s poor health

Who succeeded Portland and what happened to him?

Spencer Perceval who, thanks to his stubborn and outdated policies, was assassinated in 1812.

Who became prime minister in 1812, putting an end to the chaos?

Lord Liverpool