Parish Pay / Poor Relief (General)

by slowhands , proud of his ancient Dean Forest roots, Saturday, March 14, 2009, 11:02 (5806 days ago) @ Brian Meek

Yes Parish pay was a "payment" from the Guardians often in return for duties - a form of alms or work fare. Poor Law - I'm sure I have another answer / thread here on the wider topic.

http://www.forum.forest-of-dean.net/index.php?mode=thread&id=11120#p11122

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