Devolved and Reserved Powers

Question 1

Is smoking a reserved or devolved power? What is an example of smoking?

Answer 1

Devolved. In March 2006 Scotland banned smoking in public buildings such as bars and restaurants.

Question 2

Is prescription charges a reserved or devolved power? What is an example of prescription charges?

Answer 2

Devolved. Abolition of NHS Prescription Charges (Scotland) Bill fell on 25 January 2006 but was passed in 2011.

Question 3

Is defence a reserved or devolved power? What is an example of defence?

Answer 3

Reserved. In 2015, the UK Parliament passed the 2015 Counter Terrorism and Security Act which prevents individuals travelling abroad to engage in terrorist activities.

Question 4

Is immigration a reserved or devolved power? What is an example of immigration?

Answer 4

Reserved. The Nationality and Borders Act 2022 includes significant new measures to increase the fairness of our system so that we can better protect and support those in need of asylum, to deter illegal entry into the UK.