The first eighteenth century

In the first half of the 18th century, despite the decision of the Savoy government to follow a line of conduct respectful of Sardinian institutions, laws and customs, the actions adopted in fact deviated from primitive intentions, both because of precise choices and because of concrete difficulties.

An example is the different consideration, compared to the Spanish monarchy, of the institution of the viceregal, which went from an autonomy of action with respect to the center to a reduced autonomy but with greater real power, and therefore of substantial independence, with respect to the island's privileged classes. On the other hand, they were deprived of the main instrument of expression, the Parliament, which, although not unknown as an institution, was no longer convened as of 1698-99.

In 1721, on December 31, the “Supreme Council of Sardinia” was established in Turin, which inherits and replaces the powers of the Council of Aragon and oversees all issues of major political influence in the government of the island and also performs the function of supreme court.
Regarding local government operations, the viceroy is supported by an Intendant General, whose task is to manage the government of the entire island economy.

Other new elements consist of the formation of a single balance sheet of all income and expenses, which brings order to a financial administration divided into different branches; the creation of an internal postal service; the issuance of precise regulations for the competence of Piedmontese officials; the establishment (1738) of the Stages for the insinuation of notarial deeds for greater certainty and reliability to notarial activities.

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20/9/2023 - 11:29