Spencer Perceval
Tory 1809 to 1812
During a debate on corrupt electoral practices: “I have nothing to say to the nothing that has been said�.
Born
1 November 1762, Audley Square, London
Died
11 May 1812, Lobby of the House of Commons
Dates in office
1809 to 1812
Political party
Tory
Major acts
Regency Bill 1810: due to George III’s ill health the Prince of Wales was appointed Regent.
Interesting facts
He was the only Prime Minister to be assassinated whilst holding office. »Ê¹ÚÌåÓýapp current Conservative MP Henry Bellingham is a direct descendent of the assassin John Bellingham.
Biography
Spencer Perceval enjoys the unfortunate distinction of being the His political career coincided with a period of upheaval created by the French Revolution. Having pursued a successful legal career, he was slowly drawn into politics.
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