The claim of Temple and Crowne to the grant of Nova Scotia by Cromwell was threatened at the Restoration by both French and English claims. Thomas Elliott, one of the grooms of the bedchamber to Charles, petitioned his master for a grant of the province. Sir Lewis Kirke and associates and the heirs of Sir William Alexander also petitioned for it.
The claim to Nova Scotia made by Temple and Crowne under Cromwell was contested during the Restoration period by both French and English parties. Thomas Elliott, a member of Charles's household staff, petitioned his master for a grant of the province.  Sir Lewis Kirke and associates, along with the heirs of Sir William Alexander, also sought it.