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Anchorman

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It was twenty years ago today.......
« on: September 11, 2017, 08:26:31 AM »
On 11 September, 1997, Wales and Scotland voted for devolurio in referendums.
Both referenda resulted in a devolved future, Scotland having a parliament with reasonable internal authority, Wales a less powerful Assembly.
Since then, Holyrood had gained further powers whilst both the Lab/Lib and SNP administrations have governed her, and further powers are due to come into force in April.
However, Brexit may well mean a 'power grab' by Westminster - and a diminution of Holyrood's powers.
Has devolution been good for the UK?
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Re: It was twenty years ago today.......
« Reply #1 on: September 11, 2017, 08:58:31 AM »

Has devolution been good for the UK?

England does not enjoy devolved government. The question, therefore, cannot be answered.
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