The consolidation of royal authority under Edward IV and the development of new methods of government
After winning back his throne in 1471, Edward IV worked to strengthen royal power. He introduced new ways of managing money and the regions to make his rule harder to challenge.
Real World
Edward IV's use of the Council of the North to govern a restless region resembles the devolved regional mayors introduced in modern England — placing trusted royal agents (like Richard of Gloucester) in the north to enforce central authority locally.
Exam Focus
When evaluating 'new methods,' always contrast them with what existed before — show change, not just description, to access higher mark bands.
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