Civil War Actions Reported in Parliament and Military Moves
The House orders Sir Widen Vader to the Wel and reads the League and Covenant in all churches on Fast days. A naval and customs budget debate leads to measures to secure funds. Surgeons are sent after Sir William Waller, and action is taken to speed the Scottish Army's move. Colonel Devereux defeats raiders near Marlborough, rescuing plunder and freeing prisoners. Lagai noted as governor of a distant post.