Relations with parliament

Question 1

Parliamentary Privilege

Answer 1

Is a legal immunity enjoyed by members of Parliament that allows them to freely speak during proceedings without fear of legal action, such as being arrested.

Question 2

Shirley’s case, 1604

Answer 2

Thomas Shirley was arrested for debt which outraged MPs leading them to send the governor of his prison to the tower of London to get his immediate release.

Question 3

Failure at Cadiz

Answer 3

The complete failure at Cadiz due to lack of supplies and leadership came from Buckingham’s poor planning. This led to Charles defending Buckingham leading to more distrust within parliament.

Question 4

Royal assent

Answer 4

The method by which a monarch formally approves a bill passed by Parliament, which then becomes an Act of Parliament, or official law.