Local Government Flashcards
(12 cards)
What is the role of the Lord Lieutenant?
A wealthy landowner appointed in each county to keep the queen informed about local happenings and in charge of local forces.
Often a privy councillor.
What are Justices of the Peace (JPs)?
30-60 per county, unpaid officials who sat as justices in quarter session courts, overseeing highways maintenance and administering poor relief.
What is the role of the Sheriff?
Responsible for dealing with legal issues, including tax collection.
What is the role of a Parish Constable?
Typically a farmer who holds this unpaid position for one year and is supervised by JPs.
What do Night Watchmen do?
Patrol the streets at night looking for criminals.
What is the role of the Overseer of the Poor?
Collects the poor rate tax and distributes it to those in need, a role that gained importance during Elizabeth’s reign due to rising unemployment.
What is the role of the Lord Lieutenant?
A wealthy landowner appointed in each county to keep the queen informed about local happenings and in charge of local forces.
Often a privy councillor.
What are Justices of the Peace (JPs)?
30-60 per county, unpaid officials who sat as justices in quarter session courts, overseeing highways maintenance and administering poor relief.
What is the role of the Sheriff?
Responsible for dealing with legal issues, including tax collection.
What is the role of a Parish Constable?
Typically a farmer who holds this unpaid position for one year and is supervised by JPs.
What do Night Watchmen do?
Patrol the streets at night looking for criminals.
What is the role of the Overseer of the Poor?
Collects the poor rate tax and distributes it to those in need, a role that gained importance during Elizabeth’s reign due to rising unemployment.
