Edexcel GCSE History · 1HI0
Paper 2
Revise: Situation on AccessionElizabeth’s council consisted of 19 councillors and met about three times a week, usually with her in charge. It advised her on policy, carried out her decisions and checked the work of Justices of the Peace. The distinction matters: a courtier might try to persuade the queen, whereas the Council helped turn royal decisions into action.
- Revise: The Problem of the Poor
Local officials responsible for duties including maintaining order and administering poor relief.