In both of these positions he was revered as thoughtful and competent administrator.

Vane was recognised by his political peers as a competent administrator and a wily and persuasive negotiator and politician.

As bishop, he greatly improved the financial position of the new diocese, reducing its debt by half and earning a reputation as a competent administrator.

During this time he did not distinguish himself militarily, but proved himself to be a competent administrator.

Slowly, however, the business world lost much of its fear of him, and most people conceded that he was a competent administrator.