Perfect Diurnall in London, Middlesex

Debated Northern Affairs and Measures for City and Army

The assembly heard lengthy papers urging extended time to answer, discussed ordination queries, and examined a Deacon case. A deputation from the Manchester association warned of heavy charges to sustain the Earl of Manchester’s army, referred to a committee for speedy guidance. Reports from Newcastle requested a mayor and civil control, with tax and customs reforms to empower officers. A vote backed advancing the Scottish Army southward to aid a decisive push against enemies in Lincolnshire Derby Nottingham and Leicestershire, while York reports note Helm Castle surrender to Lord Fairfax and troops marching with arms for a six mile safe conduct leaving behind artillery and powder. Crowland remains unsettled in Lincolnshire.