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Devolution Flashcards

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What is devolution?

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The transfer of political power from the central government to devolved bodies.

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Name the 3 devolved powers

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Scotland Parliament
Northern Ireland Assembly
Welsh Assembly

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What is the central government?

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Westminster

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What is primary legislative power?

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Authority to make laws on devolved policy order

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What is secondary legislation?

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Secondary legislation is law created by ministers (or other bodies) under powers given to them by an Act of Parliament.

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