A2 FP1 : Edward VI, Royal Authority under Northumberland

Question 1

How did Northumbeland avoid the excessive concentration of power that had lead to Somerset’s downfall?

Answer 1

• No attempt to restablish the protectorate, Warwick presided as Lord President of the Council.
• In a second coup, Northumberland purged the conservatives, Southampton and Arundel, making government through Privy Council much more efficient.
• Promoted himself to Duke of Northumberland and appointed Sir John Gates as \vice Chamberlain, ensuring his control over court.