Domestic policy: justice and the maintenance of order. Flashcards
What was a prime responsibility for the king?
Law and order
What could happen as a result of problems with law and order?
Uprisings of rebellions and Henry was concerned that potential enemies might exploit trouble to challenge his authority.
What did the king rely on?
He relied on well-placed member of the nobility to exercise power on his behalf.
What did the King have to ensure?
That the nobles were not given too much power so that they couldn’t challenge Henry’s authority.
Who did Henry release from the Tower of London to rule the north on his behalf?
Yorkist, Earl of Surrey. It was a high risk strategy but Surrey proved his loyalty for 10 years.
Who did Henry rely on?
He relied on those that he could trust, such as Earl of Oxford and Lord Daubeney.
What happened in 1489?
The Earl of Northumberland was murdered. He was in charge of the northeast and Yorkshire and it left Henry without a great magnate to exercise power on his behalf. He solved this situation by releasing the Earl of Surrey.
Why did Henry need a spy network?
He needed a spy network to report on magnate performances as well as the imposition of bonds and recognisances.
