Ordinances, the

In England, demands made by the baronial opponents of Edward II 1311. The 41 demands were designed to weaken the powers of the monarchy and strengthen the role of the barons in government. They included the expulsion of the king's favourite Piers Gaveston, control over the king's officers, preservation of the royal demesne, and annual parliaments. The demands were initially met but were repealed 1322 by the Statute of York.