devolution
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Ap Iorwerth said the 7 May poll was the "most important election in the history of devolution".
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
Few people have played a bigger role in the devolution story over the past 27 years than Drakeford.
From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026
The UK government said it is "fully committed to devolution and continue to work in genuine partnership with devolved governments".
From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026
"In Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, there are clearly reserved areas of governmental responsibilities and this government is committed to upholding this devolution settlement with mutual respect and partnership."
From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026
That devolution to a local authority, or to local authorities, is the proper remedy for evils affecting Great Britain and Ireland, has been, for various reasons, admitted by responsible statesmen during the last fifty years.
From The New Irish Constitution by Morgan, J. H.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
