Devolution good for Scotland and wales, not NI and England

Question 1

Policy innovation and tailored public services

Answer 1

Scotland offers free university tuition and free prescriptions — policies widely supported by the public. 90% of prescriptions are free (vs England, where they cost £9.65 each unless exempt)

Wales has led on free prescriptions, free school meals

Question 2

Greater Democratic Engagement in devolved nations

Answer 2

Scottish Parliament turnout (2021) = 63%, higher than typical local elections in England.–> only regional devolution in england

Question 3

Boost to National Identity while NI power sharing agreements are fragile

Answer 3

in 2023, majority of Welsh voters supported devolution, with only 22% supporting full abolition of the Senedd.

High public support: In Scotland, 70%+ consistently support the existence of a Scottish Parliament.

NI parliament hs been suspended multiple times

Question 4

England dominates UK politics

Answer 4

Most UK governments are elected based on English votes—some argue devolution is unnecessary for England.

Question 5

Successful Metro Mayors in England

Answer 5

Greater Manchester under Andy Burnham, have shown how metro mayors can wield influence and deliver local change.