Devolution Flashcards
What are the 3 types of devolution of power? - Devolution
The 3 types of devolution are legislative powers, administrative powers and financial powers.
What region was English devolution proposed in and when? - Devolution
English devolution was proposed in the North East with the creation of a regional development centre, in 2004.
What was the turnout in the North East Devolution referendum? What was the result in terms of yes/no? - Devolution
The North East Devolution referendum saw a 50% turnout, with voters voting 78% against and 22% in favour.
What is EVEL? - Devolution
EVEL is a convention introduced by the Conservatives stating that only English MPs should have the ability to vote on matters impacting England.
When was Scottish devolution first introduced? What powers did the Scottish Parliament have? - Devolution
Scottish devolution was introduced in 1998, introducing a Parliament at Holyrood. It gave them legislative, administrative and financial powers over areas such as health, education, transport, crime and policing.
When was the Conservatives’ second Scotland Act introduced? What did this determine? - Devolution
The Scotland Act was introduced in 2016, allowing 16/17 year olds to vote, as well as expanded Holyrood’s legislative powers, increased its power over taxes and transferred power over housing and disability.
When was Welsh devolution introduced? On what turnout/approval? - Devolution
Welsh devolution was introduced in 1998, following a turnout of 50%, with only 50.5% voting in favour.
When was the Government of Wales Act (passed by Labour) introduced? What did this allow? - Devolution
The 1998 Government of Wales Act allowed ADMINISTRATIVE powers to the Senedd, granting control over transport, health, education, local services and agriculture.
When did the Coalition introduce a further Government of Wales Act? What financial powers did this devolve? - Devolution
The Government of Wales Act 2014 (introduced by the Coalition) permitted the Welsh Government to have powers over various taxes such as business rates and stamp duty, as well as allow powers for the borrowing of money on open markets to invest on projects.
When was Northern Irish devolution introduced? What powers were devolved to the Northern Irish Assembly? - Devolution
Northern Irish Devolution was introduced in 1998 as part of the Good Friday Agreement, transferring powers over legislation (on laws not decided in Westminster), education, health, transport, policing, agriculture and the arts.
When was Northern Irish power sharing dissolved from-until? Why? - Devolution
Northern Irish power sharing was dissolved in 2002 until 2007 following the breakdown of relations between the 2 governing parties in the country.
When was devolution in London voted on? What did this propose? - Devolution
Devolution in London was voted on in 1998, introducing an elected mayor and an elected Greater London Assembly.
