Devolution Flashcards
(5 cards)
In what way are devolved powers similar to local government powers?
They have no constitutional right to exist
What type of boy was used to establish devolution in Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland?
A referendum
What are the largest parties in Scotland and Wales?
Scotland-snp
Wales-labour
Give an example of a power devolved to Scotland and explain why you think This power has been given to them?
Education- i think that they have this power because it will effect many of there citizens rights and that they deserve the final say in what to do about there own education system
Give an example of a reserved power and explain why think the uk parliament still has control over this?
Offence and national security- i think this is because this issue effects the whole country so it makes sense to discuss the issues surrounds this in the biggest and most major court in the country