Edward's 2nd Reign: Domestic Policy

Question 1

Royal Power

Answer 1

Uses great buildings and displays to show off wealth and Royal authority.

Buildings are well kept and Edward wears cloaks lined with fur. Servants make sure buildings are well kept.

Question 2

Law and Order

Answer 2

Edward relies on the nobility a lot to keep the peace. This is because Edward cannot afford a police or standing army. He often has to turn a blind eye to lawlessness because he doesn’t have enough money to pay men to fight.

Question 3

Finances

Answer 3

Kings are expected to finance their own government, Edward inherited York’s lands so his own estates provide £30,000 per year.

Appointed agents to inspect collection of revenues. E.G. Duchy of Lancaster made £347 per year in 1476 and £885 in 1483.

However, financial improvements are inconsistent. E.G. Duchy of York down £7,391 to £6,696.

Question 4

Customs Revenue

Answer 4

Went from £25,000 per year to £34,000.

1483- granted special licence to bring foreign traders. They are able to teach new methods of dyeing cloth, hopes this will improve trade.

Question 5

King’s rights
And
The church

Answer 5

King’s Rights-
Warships and bishoprics, fines from courts.
War taxes and payments E.G. £77,000 from Clergy.

Church-
Sin to rebel so the church help in still order and keep people religiously compliant.