What is recorded here
This bronze commemorative plaque records: Former Exchequer and Chancery of The Palatinate. Built for Bishop Neville (1438-57) Recorded plaque organisation: Rotary International.
The Exchequer and Chancery of The Palatinate served as administrative headquarters for the Prince-Bishop of Durham, highlighting the significant temporal power held by the bishops over their palatine territory. Bishop Neville commissioned this building to strengthen his governance and fiscal control over the region.
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