Instrument of Government
The Instrument of Government was a constitution of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland. Drafted by Major-General John Lambert in 1653, it was the first sovereign codified and written constitution in England.
| Instrument of Government | |
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| Overview | |
| Original title | The Government of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland and the Dominions thereunto belonging |
| Jurisdiction | Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland
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| Presented | 15 December 1653 |
| Date effective | 16 December 1653 Installation of the Lord Protector |
| Chambers | Unicameral (House of Commons) |
| Executive | Lord Protector, Council of State |
| First legislature | 3 September 1654 |
| Repealed | 25 May 1657 (superseded by Humble Petition and Advice) |
| Author(s) | John Lambert |
| Supersedes | Barebone's Parliament |
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