7.5 Statutes Against Retaining 1468-1504

Question 1

What did the 1468 legislation by Edward IV do?

Answer 1

Outlawed the practise of retaining except for legal advisers, domestic servants and those in ‘lawful service’

Question 2

Why was the 1468 legislation ineffective?

Answer 2

‘Lawful service’ vague so loophole

Question 3

Henry VII statute- when?

Answer 3

1504

Question 4

Henry VII statute- what did it state

Answer 4

Lords had to receive written permission in the form of a licence from the king to retain men and provide a list of retainers for his approval

Question 5

What happened if you disobeyed Henry VII’s statute?

Answer 5

Liable to be fined

Question 6

Who could still develop extensive affinities under Henry VII?

Answer 6

Loyal associates such as his councillor Sir Thomas Lovell

Question 7

What do the three Acts passed in 1390s reflect?

Answer 7

Contemporary concern regarding instability of Richard II and potential lawlessness within the realm.

Question 8

Problems with 1390s acts

Answer 8

Legislation had to be frequently repeated 15th century so ineffective and wording complex and vague