Devolution not gone far enough in the 4 nations?

Question 1

Lack of devolution in England

Answer 1

Despite having over 80% of population
constitutional imbalance ie EVEL- abolished in 2021 with no resolution

Question 2

Too much devolution already

Answer 2

Scotland has its own legal system, education policy, and limited tax-raising powers

Wales and Northern Ireland manage their own healthcare, schools, and infrastructure.

Question 3

Scotland demands greater autonomy

Answer 3

Scottish independence referendum 2014- 45% voted yes

SNP continues to push for a second independence referendum

Question 4

greater inequalities with continued devolution

Answer 4

spending per head is higher in devolved nations than in England: ONS 2022- Scotland: £14,000 per capita
England: £12,200

Question 5

Wales has more limited devolved powers than scotland

Answer 5

A 2021 poll showed that around 60% of Welsh people supported devolving justice and policing.

Question 6

Weak Accountability and Turnout

Answer 6

Welsh Senedd 2021 turnout: 47%