The Policy of Thorough Flashcards
Who was the PoT associated with?
Thomas Wentworth and William Laud
What did ‘Thorough’ relate to?
Efficient management of crown resources and relief of the poor
When did Charles make TW Sheriff of Yorkshire and why?
1626, so he couldn’t become an MP
Who did TW oppose?
James, disregarding rights of parliament
Why was TW imprisoned?
Refused to pay the forced loan
Why was the North hard to govern?
Difficult communication with London and gentry did what they pleased
What did TW introduce to help govern the North?
Book of Orders - for JP’s and Sheriffs
When did TW become Lord Deputy of Ireland?
1633
How did TW have success in Ireland?
- Increasing control of New English (Protestant) at the expense of Old English
- Attacking nobles who defied him
- Enforcing church reform
- 2x income due to Book of Rates
- Grant from Irish Parliament
How did TW alienate groups in Ireland?
Old English/Irish - lost land
New English - didn’t get special treatment they expected + thought church reforms were Catholic
Taxpayers
How successful was TW?
Excellent intentions but disregarded interests of ruling classes
