Local Government Flashcards
What areas of England and nearby areas was Henry VII worried about?
Ireland (Pale + Kildare)
The North of England (York)
Wales
Scotland
Why was Henry VII worried about Ireland?
The Earl of Kildare (Gerald FitzGerald) and most of Ireland had openly supported both Simnel and Warbeck’s claim to the throne
How does Henry VII attempt consolidation in Ireland?
1494 - Removes the Earl of Kildare (Gerald FitzGerald) and installs Sir Edward Poynings as Lord Deputy of Ireland
What does Sir Edward Poynings implement within Ireland? Does it work?
‘Poynings’ Law’ - Irish Parliament could only pass laws if the King had approved
Unsuccessful - too costly (abandoned)
1496 - FitzGerald reinstated as Deputy instead of Poynings
Why was Henry VII worried about the North and York?
York was the centre of Yorkist sympathy within England
Had showed aggression with the Yorkshire Rebellion (1489)
What was The Council of the North?
Responsible for the administration and justice system in the North
Ultimately subordinate to the King
Who led the Council of the North?
Henry Percy (Earl of Northumberland) until his murder in 1489
Jointly ruled by Lord Dacre and Thomas Howard after Percy’s death
How did Henry VII attempt consolidation in the North?
Required his council to keep a close watch on the Council of the North’s activities
William Sever (Bishop of Carisle) appointed by Henry VII to enforce his prerogative rights in the North
Sever was required to keep in regular contact with the king
Was Henry VII that concerned about Wales? Why was that?
He wasn’t - The Tudor name originates from Welsh heritage therefore the land was largely peaceful
What was The Council in Wales like before Henry VII’s reign?
A largely ineffective council due to numerous issues within Wales such as poverty, cattle theft and weak control in general
Who did Henry VII appoint to govern the Council in Wales? Did this strengthen the Council?
Henry VII’s uncle, Jasper Tudor was able to restore order within Wales until his death in 1495
After his death, all land held by Jasper within Wales within given to the crown - increased consolidation
Why was Henry VII worried about Scotland?
Neighbouring kingdom that he had no control over
Was in the ‘Auld Alliance’ with France (England’s rival)
Who were Justices of the Peace?
Local Government officers who maintained public order
Unpaid but it was in their interest to perform their job properly
Loyal supporters of Henry VII
How many JP’s were there in each county?
18
What did JP’s have the power to do? (3 examples)
Arrest + question poachers (1485)
Grant bail (1491)
Replace jury members if necessary (1495)
