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The 1833 Abolition of Slavery Act and compensation claims: Collection highlights

In August 1833, Parliament passed An Act for the Abolition of Slavery throughout the British Colonies, converting enslaved people into apprentice labourers and taking steps to protect their work and wellbeing. These papers show the complaints of some estate owners over the compensation process.
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The National Archives broke the news in on Thursday, June 12, 2025.
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