🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Devolution

What is devolution in the context of the UK?

The transfer of political power from the central UK Parliament (Westminster) to subordinate regional bodies (Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland).

How does devolution differ from federalism?

In devolution, Westminster remains sovereign and could theoretically take power back, unlike in federalism where power is constitutionally divided.

Name the key bodies involved in devolution in the UK.

Scottish Parliament, Welsh Assembly/Senedd, and the Northern Ireland Assembly.

What are devolved matters?

Specific areas where the regional bodies make laws, such as Health & Social Services, Education, Transport, and Agriculture.

What are reserved matters in the context of UK devolution?

Areas retained by Westminster, including the Constitution, Defence, Foreign Policy, and Monetary Policy.

What is the general impact of devolution on the UK's political landscape?

Devolution is widely accepted and seen as an unlikely change to the UK's political landscape.