Elizabeth 1-Economic condition of the regions Flashcards
Where was the wealthiest part in the country under Elizabeth?
It was clear from records that it was in the South East followed closely by Norfolk
Where were the poorest counties located under Elizabeth?
These tended to be found in the North and the Midlands
How could poor regions in the Nation be detected?
There was evidence of inventories of goods left by labourers-Suggest goods left were worth almost three times as much as their counterparts in Northern England
Where did the depression of the 1590s affect the worst?
It had a devastating effect on the North
When did govt ministers act regarding financial matters?
They acted in a reactionary fashion and in an ad hoc manner
What was govt ministers main priority?
Main priority was the maintenance of public order as many of the public elite felt threatened
