and began to examine candidates before admission; he met much opposition from the junior members. One of his opponents was Giles Fletcher, the Elder. On 3 November 1572 he was elected Lady Margaret's preacher, an office he held until 1577. He was created D.D. in 1573, and was vice-chancellor of the university for the year commencing November 1576.

On 6 March 1577 he became chancellor of the diocese of Wells. He was also chaplain to