devolution
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The Wales Office, which is a part of the UK government, oversees the system of devolution and aims to be a voice for Wales within Westminster.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026
The success – or otherwise – of Burnham's devolution mission in England will probably determine whether calls for mayors in Scotland grow or fade away.
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026
If you’re not disgusted by this devolution in protocol, I’m not sure what can possibly disgust you.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
Burnham has put devolution at the heart of his plan for government, arguing that metro mayors are best placed to boost economic growth across the country.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2026
It would be easy to multiply instances and to give quotations in profusion, but I have said enough to show that for the last half century statesmen have, for various reasons, advocated devolution.
From The New Irish Constitution by J. H. Morgan
"Oh," said Mrs. Germain, absorbed by the devolutions of the tale.
From Rest Harrow A Comedy of Resolution by Maurice Henry Hewlett
It did, however, mean an increasing pressure on the government for fresh devolutions of authority.
From The New World of Islam by Lothrop Stoddard
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Human Geography - High School
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