Devolution2 Flashcards
What does devolution mean?
Devolution refers to the decentralisation. It puts the power closer to the citizen and helps to recognise local issues when decision making.
What are the two types of devolution?
National devolution
Devolution in England
What does national devolution mean?
National devolution means the transfer of power from central government in London to other nations- Scotland, Ireland and Wales
What is meant by devolution in England
Devolution in England refers to decentralising the power from London government to regions
What three devolution acts did the UK parliament pass?
The Scotland Act 1998, The Northern Island Act 1998 and the government of Wales act 1998
What has been devolved to England Scotland NI
Broadly speaking:
health and social care
agriculture fishing and forestry
economic development
education and training
local govermment and housing
What has not been devolved?
The constitution
National security
Nationality and immigration
The UK tax system
Broadcasting
Nuclear energy
What nation has the most extensive powers and name them
Scotland has the most extensive powers, powers to set all income tax rates , change road speech limits ect
