| 单词 | devolution |
| 例句 | The devolution has been gradual too; I think we’ve forgotten what he really looks like — or would have looked like had he taken a different path in life. My parents are killing my crackhead brother 2012-09-03T17:00:00Z Shlaes offers a standard list: respect for property rights, devolution of power and resources to local authorities and a dollop of self-reliance for good measure. An Argument That Lyndon Johnson’s Great Society Wasn’t So Great 2019-12-03T05:00:00Z The nameless woman who describes this devolution, and the violence that it spawned, is a figure of uncanny centeredness. ‘Queens Row’ Review: Richard Maxwell on Life After Doomsday 2020-01-10T05:00:00Z He said independence was the natural next step after devolution of power to Holyrood. Alex Salmond predicts million-strong movement for Scottish independence 2012-05-25T16:44:00Z Oh, we can moan and complain about the destruction of the medium and devolution of our attention spans, but, really? Will The Bourne Legacy Usher in the Story-Less Movie? 2012-08-15T12:00:17Z The first step in the next stage of language’s inevitable evolution — or devolution — may have already hppnd. Where Have All the Vowels Gone? 2018-12-29T05:00:00Z Related: White House Correspondents' Dinner 2015: President Obama and Cecily Strong – as it happened First, consider the rapid devolution of the White House correspondents’ dinner into a red-carpet event. How Obama blurred the border between Hollywood and Washington 2015-06-02T04:00:00Z Even maximal devolution could trigger a redistribution of seats at Westminster that would leave Labour beached on the margins of politics. Ed: The Milibands and the Making of a Labour Leader by Mehdi Hasan and James Macintyre - review 2011-07-15T21:55:11Z If it hadn't been for devolution, we wouldn't be having this conversation. Edinburgh festival 2011: where National Theatres meet 2011-08-02T20:30:02Z Or is it a devolution of the Turner into a “participation award,” as one writer asked on Twitter? Perspective | The real Turner art prize is the aesthetic riddle we pondered along the way 2019-12-04T05:00:00Z This crackling revival of “American Buffalo” highlights by contrast the devolution of Mamet’s craft that coincided with the shift in his worldview, from red-diaper baby to apologist for billionaires. Review: In ‘American Buffalo,’ Grift Is the Coin of the Realm 2022-04-14T04:00:00Z The film imagines his transformation not as an evolution, but a devolution in the direction of our primal hunter-gatherer origins. Office Space at 20: how the comedy spoke to an anxious workplace 2019-02-19T05:00:00Z We can embrace this process of devolution: embellish it when strength avails, learn to love it. Farmers? sand-frac nightmare 2012-05-21T16:31:00Z There is a clear parallel between the assassinations of the 1960s — including the Kennedy brothers, Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X — and the devolution of American democracy. "Murder Most Foul": Unpacking Bob Dylan's new epic, from Dallas 1963 to the pandemic of 2020 2020-04-04T04:00:00Z Just as devolution is supposed to have liberated national politics from Westminster, the notion that British theatre is ruled from the South Bank – or the West End – is now, supposedly, a thing of the past. Edinburgh festival 2011: where National Theatres meet 2011-08-02T20:30:02Z Characters are where we put our investment, and "Succession" has bred enough beauties to make their devolution into a never-ending pageant of pets for Logan to abuse. "Succession" presents the "Chiantishire" dog show, starring the well-bred Roys 2021-12-06T05:00:00Z Jazz Mom is one of many artists, arts administrators and critics carefully watching the evolution — or, some would say, devolution — of Seattle’s robust visual-art scene in the Age of Amazon. Seattle visual artists paint an ambivalent picture of the future — but are determined to survive 2017-09-20T04:00:00Z The coalition, the eurozone crisis, devolution – there's plenty of material for the writers to blend into the familiar sitcom format. TV review: Yes, Prime Minister 2012-11-27T00:46:12Z I think as a country, Scotland is changing and has been changing for the last couple of decades, since it got devolution, has its own parliament. Alan Cumming: "Life's just the same show with different costumes" 2021-10-27T04:00:00Z Despite devolution, Pugh finds Labour guilty of failing to treat constitutional matters as a priority. Speak for Britain!: A New History of the Labour Party by Martin Pugh | Book review 2010-03-21T00:08:00Z He added that because of the growing impact of devolution and rise in power of the Scottish parliament, the move made even less sense than a few years ago. Former Question Time producer hits out at Glasgow move 2011-02-11T07:37:13Z Slowing or stopping it depends on whether certain forces cooperate with spurring on the devolution — specifically the media. Brett Kavanaugh’s SCOTUS rose ceremony: When networks help Trump win ratings, democracy loses 2018-07-10T04:00:00Z Laing, who lives on a middle floor, watches the devolution and subsequent revolution with a cool detachment–that is, until his hand is forced and he must act to survive. How “High-Rise’s” orgy scenes got made on a budget: “‘Game of Thrones’ has pumped the per-person cost of nudity through the roof” 2016-05-13T04:00:00Z Lip reading perhaps marks a new era, or devolution, in celebrity culture. Lip Readers Apply Their Skill to Celebrity Conversations 2023-06-14T04:00:00Z The government hopes this will ensure long term control over these areas even if some form of devolution is instituted. US embassy cables: Sri Lankan government accused of complicity in human rights abuses 2010-12-16T21:30:38Z On this series, the devolution of the species is caused by man’s inhumanity to wildlife and society’s reckless abuse of nature, so it’s not the animals’ fault. Review: ‘Zoo’ Is a James Patterson Novel Brought to TV 2015-06-29T04:00:00Z But I’m scared of spiritual devolution; of becoming less mindful over time. Amanda Palmer: ‘I’m scared of being alone, but fear doesn’t help’ 2018-05-12T04:00:00Z The devolution of the director’s response from awkward politeness to outright nastiness is a sign of his creative, ideological and emotional crisis. Review: If You Love Godard, You’ll Hate-Watch ‘Godard Mon Amour’ 2018-04-18T04:00:00Z The magical winter wonderland proposal aside, still isn’t off the hook for its devolution into convolution this season. Downton Abbey Watch: Life is a Game 2012-02-20T13:45:28Z Professor Reiner also chalked up some of the devolution of basic courtesy to people’s increasingly digitized existence and engagement with their phones, not one another. The Culture of Nastiness 2017-02-18T05:00:00Z Vonnegut used his early short fiction to test the themes that animated his later novels: the cruel stupidity of war, the dehumanizing dangers of technology; the devolution of American values into greed and selfishness. 10 New Books We Recommend This Week 2017-10-19T04:00:00Z True original: Another presiding genius in Mosley's work is Darwin, notably in his portraits of men with simian profiles that speak to 19th-century obsessions with cavemen, devolution and phrenology. Artist of the week 148: Ryan Mosley 2011-07-28T11:11:44Z But if the fern bar was a step forward for women’s participation in public life, not to mention fuel to the fire of the sexual revolution, the drinks themselves represented a devolution. How T.G.I. Friday’s Helped Invent the Singles Bar 2015-07-02T04:00:00Z Instead, Robert King, Michelle King, and Phil Alden Robinson use the legal procedural format to depicts the ways in which the devolution of norms is slowly deteriorating the sanctity of law. Why #Resistance TV shows are so hard to watch 2018-10-14T04:00:00Z In the first term he used his charm to keep everyone happy as we implemented policy on things such as the minimum wage, devolution and freedom of information. Clare Short: 'I was surprised by how messianic and hubristic it is right from the start. Early on, Blair was not like this' 2010-09-04T23:06:00Z Natali composes some truly striking images around this creature - though the ethical idiocy of Polley and Brody's characters and the movie's gradual devolution into standard horror territory undermines this science project gone wrong. Capsule reviews: 'Get Him to the Greek' and others 2010-06-03T21:39:00Z Ed Jacobs is a political consultant at the Leeds based Public Affairs Company and devolution correspondent for the centre-left political and policy blog, Left Foot Forward. Has the north finally learned to love the games? 2012-08-03T06:00:00Z The writer in devolution is called Logan Mountstuart, a vaguely comical name assigned to a man too easily distracted by the hedonism of England’s inter-war years. | ?Any Human Heart?: A Long Life That Peaks Quite Young 2011-02-11T23:18:14Z At the very least, the future of Great Britain is not in question, unless it fragments by peaceful, democratically agreed devolution. Ian McEwan on winning the Jerusalem prize 2011-02-24T11:30:36Z Through Tillie’s eyes, we see the achingly real devolution of her relationships with Molly and her father. Two Suicidal Teens, Four Possible Paths 2020-09-05T04:00:00Z In “Dissident Gardens,” a novel jampacked with the human energy of a crowded subway car, Jonathan Lethem attempts a daunting feat: turning three generations’ worth of American leftists into a tragicomic tale of devolution. Books of The Times: ‘Dissident Gardens,’ Jonathan Lethem’s New Novel 2013-09-11T19:49:43Z This marks a significant evolution—or devolution, if you prefer—in the cultural status of fidgeting. The Fidget Spinner Is the Perfect Toy for the Trump Presidency 2017-05-12T04:00:00Z The devolution of civilized society happens slowly at first, then all at once. Lionel Shriver Imagines Imminent Economic Collapse, With Cabbage at $20 a Head 2016-07-11T04:00:00Z But the devolution of man has been a topic of talk shows, pop psychology and books for years. Television Review: ?Last Man Standing? and ?Man Up!? on ABC - Review 2011-10-10T22:14:23Z While the casualties and hostages are clearly the most urgent crisis, the rapid devolution into dehumanization on all sides is another testament to our collective failure. Understanding Gaza: Don’t fall into the trap of dehumanization 2023-11-06T05:00:00Z The construction of two CalMac ferries at the Ferguson shipyard in Port Glasgow has become one of the worst public procurement disasters of the devolution era. KC’s ferries report: What questions remain? 2023-11-03T04:00:00Z And yet in the same letter to the paper, he repeated his recent conference speech mantra that devolution is the best way to secure the Union. Sir Jeffrey Donaldson: Can the DUP negotiate its way out of deep water? 2023-11-02T04:00:00Z Sir Tony Blair said he was sorry to hear the news and described Lord Elder as one of the "important back room architects of devolution in Scotland". Scottish Labour peer Baron Elder dies suddenly aged 73 2023-10-25T04:00:00Z Mr Drakeford added there were more people working in the Welsh ambulance service than "ever before in the history of devolution". Ambulances: More extraordinary incidents likely, says Drakeford 2023-10-24T04:00:00Z He says it would be hard for devolution to work in an environment where one community remains unhappy. What do young unionists make of political crisis? 2023-10-19T04:00:00Z "That is not, in my view, how devolution is supposed to work," he said. Boris Johnson did not want meetings with Drakeford and Sturgeon 2023-10-11T04:00:00Z "Free of their toxic brands of personal attacks and culture wars, free of their deep hostility to devolution, their casualty cruelty and their malign neglect." Labour: Drakeford makes case for party being bold in power 2023-10-09T04:00:00Z Commenting on pubs struggling with business rates, a spokesperson for the mayor of London said Sadiq Khan had called for "fundamental reform" of the business rates system, including "full devolution of business rates tax policy". London has most pub closures over six months in England - study 2023-10-08T04:00:00Z The government says it would work on determining the best approach with the Northern Ireland government, once devolution had been restored. Conservatives launch conference with towns funding pledge 2023-09-30T04:00:00Z He hasn't been able to fully cash in on the Windsor Framework as it failed to deliver devolution. Troubles legacy: Controversial bill 'better than what went before' 2023-09-28T04:00:00Z This is a power which was written into the devolution settlement to give the sovereign parliament at Westminster a veto in certain circumstances. Court clash over move to block Scotland's gender reforms 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z "I think devolution can be restored," he said. Irish PM downbeat on chances of end to Northern Ireland political stalemate 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z He told the Commons that negotiations with the DUP about restoring devolution have moved forward "substantially". DUP boycott: Will champagne corks pop for end of stalemate? 2023-09-09T04:00:00Z He said unless the government in Westminster "is prepared to respect the principles of devolution, then it's a fragile settlement". Hillary Clinton offered to set me up on a date, says Welsh minister 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z "Labour is united in our aim to deliver reform, and the devolution settlement allows for different approaches within that." Sir Keir Starmer and Scottish Labour split over self-ID for trans people 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z "In 1979, Wales voted four to one against devolution, and Thatcher had taken over," he said. Second homes: Meibion Glyndwr bomber admits 1980s attacks 2023-07-20T04:00:00Z He described the pay offer to junior doctors as the best "by quite some distance" in the UK and the highest since devolution in 1999. Junior doctor strike to cause 'major disruption' - Humza Yousaf 2023-07-03T04:00:00Z It argues that under this system there is "no way to entrench or protect devolution" and says independence would be a chance for Scots to establish a "permanent, modern, written constitution for Scotland". At a glance: Constitution plan for an independent Scotland 2023-06-19T04:00:00Z Mr Yousaf has already warned that devolution is "becoming unworkable" and criticised the "interfering" Conservative government at Westminster. SNP could make life difficult for Labour - Humza Yousaf 2023-06-11T04:00:00Z And having only started in the job 16 months ago, he does not have to own the mistakes that have created what many regard as the biggest public procurement disaster of the devolution era. Ferguson Marine: Scotland's long-delayed ferry 'is coming to life' 2023-06-06T04:00:00Z In the early months of the new Blair government a second devolution referendum paved the way for the creation of a Welsh assembly, which later became the more powerful Senedd Cymru. Lord John Morris, ex-Welsh secretary and Blair attorney general dies 2023-06-05T04:00:00Z Supporters of the Scottish government will present the UK government's position as an attack on devolution and the powers of Holyrood. Jack urges PM not to backtrack over deposit return scheme 2023-06-04T04:00:00Z This UK government intervention at such a late stage demonstrates a major erosion of the devolution settlement. Deposit return scheme in 'grave danger' - Yousaf 2023-06-03T04:00:00Z It recommended the abolition of the House of Lords and its replacement with an elected "assembly of the nations and regions", as well as deeper devolution to the cities and regions of the UK. Senior Labour figures call for political reform of UK 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z "And now it is clear we cannot even introduce a recycling scheme without it being sabotaged by bad faith actors in the UK government, who never supported devolution in the first place." Lorna Slater to assess whether deposit return scheme can go ahead 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z This process of growing disunity is called political devolution, in which powers once assumed by a centralized state are taken over by local authorities. World History: to 1500 2023-04-19T00:00:00Z Well-known in Welsh politics, Mr Hill was significantly involved in two devolution referendum campaigns. Cardiff Bay lobbyist charged over indecent images of children 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z A Scottish government spokesman said the "very difficult" decision was made amid the "most challenging financial environment since devolution". Humza Yousaf Yousaf 'committed' to free tuition for Scots 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z On his watch, UK government's approach to dealing with devolution has developed through something known as "muscular unionism" into Arnold Schwarzenegger level body-building. Where do Tories stand in post-Sturgeon Scotland? 2023-04-29T04:00:00Z Speaking in the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday afternoon, Ms Slater claimed that the row over the deposit scheme showed that devolution was under "sustained attack" by the UK government. Lorna Slater to assess whether deposit return scheme can go ahead 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z This process of political devolution became critical in the rise of rivals who seized Abbasid territory. World History: to 1500 2023-04-19T00:00:00Z Critics say if it was labelled England-only it would, under devolution, deliver billions of pounds for Wales. Rishi Sunak says he will keep using Brecon Beacons name 2023-04-28T04:00:00Z Earlier this week, the SNP's Westminster leader Stephen Flynn accused the UK government of using its powers to threaten devolution. Rishi Sunak rejects call for rethink on Scotch whisky tax 2023-04-27T04:00:00Z Scottish Tories are running a mile from the position of Lord David Frost - the former Brexit negotiator who penned a column suggesting that devolution could be rolled back. Where do Tories stand in post-Sturgeon Scotland? 2023-04-29T04:00:00Z The deputy minister said that while forced adoption practices predated devolution in Wales, "they have a lasting legacy on all those who experienced them - for both the parents and the children". Forced adoptions: Welsh government to apologise 2023-04-24T04:00:00Z And he committed to using the powers of devolution to the maximum, while also making the case for independence. Humza Yousaf to set out priority policies for next three years 2023-04-18T04:00:00Z He said: "Spending taxpayers money on defending the will of the Scottish Parliament, on defending devolution, for me that's important." Humza Yousaf told of SNP motorhome after becoming leader 2023-04-13T04:00:00Z The prime minister said he had not seen Lord Frost's specific comments but he said "in general, I don't think we should be rolling back devolution". Rishi Sunak rejects call for rethink on Scotch whisky tax 2023-04-27T04:00:00Z They know that kind of talk can only be damaging to their prospects in Scotland, where devolution has become pretty well entrenched. Where do Tories stand in post-Sturgeon Scotland? 2023-04-29T04:00:00Z Ms Somerville added: "To uphold the democratic decision of the Parliament, and ensure proper protection of devolution, Scottish Ministers will now lodge a petition for judicial review of the Secretary of State's decision." Block on Scottish gender reforms to be challenged in court 2023-04-12T04:00:00Z A range of options are being considered for the future of Northern Ireland governance if devolution does not return, NIO minister Steve Baker has said. Stormont crisis: Ministers consider options for NI governance 2023-04-06T04:00:00Z The rules around devolution have already been changed in 2006 to overcome an earlier suspension. Architects of Northern Ireland peace see hope beyond Brexit deadlock 2023-04-03T04:00:00Z Some liberal demands for new regulations go too far, too fast, Cantor contended, while conservatives blaming Silicon Valley Bank’s devolution on “woke policies” are “preposterous.” Analysis | Today’s Congress might be incapable of compromise to save banking system 2023-03-18T04:00:00Z He became chief executive as the sun was setting on the last century and as the dawn was rising on the new chapter of devolution. Who is Peter Murrell? 2023-03-18T04:00:00Z Mr Morgan, often dubbed the father of devolution, was Wales' second first minister from 2000-2009. Cardiff street signs named after former FM Rhodri Morgan misspelled 2023-03-15T04:00:00Z This argument is rejected by the UK government, which insists it is acting entirely properly within the structures of the Scotland Act which established devolution. SNP leadership: The battle raging for the party's soul 2023-03-13T04:00:00Z Labour ministers argued the system would give Wales less of a say and was an assault on devolution but the Conservatives claimed the Welsh government failed to make the most of the cash. Keir Starmer to promise Welsh Labour aid cash control 2023-03-11T05:00:00Z Failure to reform Stormont is "condemning devolution to death by a thousand collapses", the Alliance Party leader will say later. Naomi Long: 'Stable government needed without excuses or delay' 2023-03-04T05:00:00Z Ms Truss also wants to fight for better dental services in Norfolk, to try to broker an agreement with local councillors over devolution and make the argument, within the Conservative party, for lower taxes. Former PM Liz Truss: 'I didn't do everything perfectly' 2023-03-03T05:00:00Z The health secretary said the UK government would not stop at blocking one law, and the party had to be seen to be standing up for devolution if it was to be trusted with independence. SNP leadership: Candidates disagree on next step for gender bill 2023-03-01T05:00:00Z In other words, the big prize of restoring devolution at Stormont in time for the big day may be slipping from their grasp unless the gloom around a potential protocol deal lifts soon. Omagh police shooting: Political leaders united in the face of violence 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z Opposition parties have claimed he was the "worst health secretary since devolution" and that he should be sacked rather than promoted. Nominations to close in SNP leadership race 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z Either one would be the youngest leader in the devolution era, which began when the Scottish Parliament opened in Edinburgh in 1999. SNP leadership: Will faith turn the tide for Scottish independence? 2023-02-20T05:00:00Z But the Scottish Conservative accused the SNP-Green government of presiding over "savage cuts", despite high income rates and the largest block grants since devolution began. MSPs urged to back tax-raising Scottish budget 2023-02-20T05:00:00Z Harding’s transformation — if there is one — is a devolution from workplace lust to a fatalistic level of criminality. Review | Sonora Jha’s ‘The Laughter’ skewers the power structures of academia 2023-02-15T05:00:00Z It could set us on a path to reset power-sharing at Stormont or leave Northern Ireland drifting into the political wilderness with no route back to devolution. NI Protocol: DUP leader facing his own 'big moment' 2023-02-18T05:00:00Z Labour still sits in third place at Holyrood behind the SNP and Conservatives, and has lost seats at every single election since devolution with a shrinking share of the vote. Can Scottish Labour mount a post-Sturgeon revival? 2023-02-17T05:00:00Z The UK government has blocked it from receiving royal assent - a move unprecedented in the history of devolution. Why did Nicola Sturgeon resign as first minister? 2023-02-16T05:00:00Z The devolution of the GOP into what amounts to a Second Amendment death cult is a tragedy; trying to reduce gun violence should be a national crusade with bipartisan support. Opinion | Michigan State shootings are a reminder: We must take the guns away 2023-02-14T05:00:00Z The party had built a power base which helped propel Tony Blair and Gordon Brown into Downing Street in 1997, delivering devolution of powers to Cardiff and Edinburgh. What is Nicola Sturgeon's political legacy? 2023-02-15T05:00:00Z Outright rejection of any deal will also carry risks for Sir Jeffrey Donaldson and the future of devolution in Northern Ireland. NI Protocol: DUP leader facing his own 'big moment' 2023-02-18T05:00:00Z Allies described her as one of the most important leaders of the era of devolution, when London delegated more power to Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Scotland’s Leader Quits, Citing Toll of the Job 2023-02-15T05:00:00Z That prompted a crisis in Britain’s power-sharing system, known as devolution, with Ms. Sturgeon calling it a “a full-frontal attack on our democratically elected Scottish Parliament and its ability to make its own decisions.” Before her decision to step down, Sturgeon faced a battle over transgender rights. 2023-02-15T05:00:00Z His government makes decisions for England, but some powers and responsibilities are left to elected officials in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland — a result of what is known as devolution. How Many Countries are in This Country? A Look at the Shape of the U.K. Government. 2023-02-15T05:00:00Z In common with other parts of the UK the NHS is in dire straits but devolution means this is Ms Sturgeon's responsibility north of the border. What is Nicola Sturgeon's political legacy? 2023-02-15T05:00:00Z She believes since devolution there had been "more of a willingness to consider the complexities in the Tryweryn narrative". Tryweryn: The man who bombed a dam to save his village 2023-02-09T05:00:00Z Twenty-five years on, that agreement, known as devolution, faces its stiffest challenge yet. Will U.K. Rejection of Scottish Gender Bill Bolster Independence Movement? 2023-01-27T05:00:00Z One can visually chart the devolution of these brachycephalic breeds simply by studying pictures of them from a century ago and comparing them to their present-day counterparts. Thanks to inbreeding, bulldogs and pugs probably won't exist in a hundred years 2023-01-23T05:00:00Z "The sooner we can decentralise and move to proper fiscal devolution the better." Levelling up funding process is broken, says Conservative mayor Andy Street 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z The stalemate at Stormont and efforts to restore devolution will also feature. Stormont crisis: Politicians meet ahead of latest Stormont deadline 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z He said it was "not about the devolution settlement". Sunak challenged on Scottish Gender Recognition Bill 2023-01-18T05:00:00Z Brexit injected an extra layer into the relationship, straining a convention under which the British government will not normally legislate on matters that are controlled by the Scottish Parliament under the 1998 devolution agreement. Will U.K. Rejection of Scottish Gender Bill Bolster Independence Movement? 2023-01-27T05:00:00Z And he claimed it was "quite wrong" to characterise the UK government's blocking of the bill as an attack on devolution. Gender row legal challenge likely to fail - judge 2023-01-18T05:00:00Z Scotland's First Minister has accused it of a "direct attack" on devolution. Scotland Gender Recognition Bill: What are the sticking points? 2023-01-17T05:00:00Z This is the first time a U.K. government has blocked a Scottish law since Scotland’s government and parliament were established a quarter-century ago as part of a process known as devolution. Scotland vows to challenge UK in court over gender law veto 2023-01-17T05:00:00Z They point to Scottish Secretary Alister Jack's stated hope of finding "a constructive way forward", respecting both devolution and the operation of Westminster legislation. Scotland gender bill: What next for Sunak and Sturgeon? 2023-01-16T05:00:00Z Four councils in Norfolk have threatened legal action against the county council over its plans for devolution. Norfolk devolution: Four councils threaten legal action 2023-01-16T05:00:00Z Lord Hope also argued that Ms Sturgeon was "quite wrong" to describe the use of a Section 35 order as an attack on devolution. Gender row legal challenge likely to fail - judge 2023-01-18T05:00:00Z The first minister said a challenge would be more evidence of the British government's "complete contempt for the Scottish Parliament and for devolution in principle". Scotland's Sturgeon: It would be 'outrage' for London to block gender reforms 2023-01-16T05:00:00Z She sees their response as "an attack ultimately on devolution, on trans people, and on Scotland's right to make our country fairer and more equal". Clash looms on Scottish gender bill as UK government considers veto 2023-01-14T05:00:00Z In truth, the architecture of devolution set out in the Scotland Act 1998 probably made one inevitable in the end, even if it took a long time to occur. Scotland gender bill: What next for Sunak and Sturgeon? 2023-01-16T05:00:00Z And almost trolling Brexiteers by stealing their "take back control" slogan when talking about the normally worthy subject of devolution. Laura Kuenssberg: Is Keir Starmer a prime minister in waiting? 2023-01-14T05:00:00Z "They are threatening to use a power that has never been used in the whole history of devolution," he said. Mark Drakeford backs Scottish gender recognition move 2023-01-10T05:00:00Z The region is the sixth area of England to agree a devolution deal. North East mayor created as part of £1.4bn devolution deal 2022-12-28T05:00:00Z But a new report - looking at how Britain could look under a Labour-run UK government - recommended the devolution of youth justice and probation services only. Nurse pay: Mark Drakeford defends offer to balance NHS costs 2022-12-17T05:00:00Z He added that he believed a deal to resolve the Northern Ireland Protocol and restore devolution ahead of the anniversary was "possible", but only if both the UK and EU worked together. New US special envoy to NI expected 'very soon' 2022-12-11T05:00:00Z There will also be elected leaders of the authorities, rather than a mayor as in previous devolution deals. Suffolk and Norfolk devolution deals approved by government 2022-12-09T05:00:00Z The government is set to sign devolution deals affecting Norfolk and Suffolk, and the local authorities will also receive £1bn worth of funding. What does devolution mean for Norfolk and Suffolk? 2022-12-08T05:00:00Z "We believe that devolution needs a firm foundation to succeed and that foundation will never be in place as long as the issues around the protocol are unresolved," he said. Stormont stalemate: Northern Ireland fails to restore power-sharing 2022-12-07T05:00:00Z It has now published an interim report which concludes the current system of devolution has "significant problems" and is not "viable". Welsh independence: Experts to examine future options 2022-12-07T05:00:00Z Many of the proposals laid out in a report by Gordon Brown are about reforming Westminster, such as by replacing the House of Lords, or by strengthening devolution to different regions of England. Can Labour revive its fortunes in Scotland? 2022-12-05T05:00:00Z A devolution deal handing more powers to Cornwall will be formally offered later, the government has said. Government makes formal offer of Cornwall devolution deal 2022-12-02T05:00:00Z The challenge for civil servants to run Northern Ireland is "much greater" now than during the last devolution collapse, a former civil service head has said. Stormont: Civil Service task 'more challenging' than last stalemate 2022-12-01T05:00:00Z The plans also advocated expanding devolution - the decentralisation of power and decision-making from central government to nations and regions. Labour plans to abolish the House of Lords 2022-11-20T05:00:00Z "The current devolution settlement gives the Labour government ample powers to improve the state of the economy, education and the health service," the party said. Welsh independence: Experts to examine future options 2022-12-07T05:00:00Z When it comes to Scotland, and indeed Wales and Northern Ireland, the biggest reforms of devolution have already happened - driven by a Labour government, as party leader Sir Keir Starmer is keen to stress. Can Labour revive its fortunes in Scotland? 2022-12-05T05:00:00Z The devolution deal includes greater influence to tackle challenges of second homes, control over the adult education budget and support to build affordable homes on brownfield sites. Government makes formal offer of Cornwall devolution deal 2022-12-02T05:00:00Z They will be well versed in the matter of devolution, and have stressed the importance of judicial independence and impartiality. The indyref2 questions facing the Supreme Court 2022-10-11T04:00:00Z Northern Ireland Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris has said he will call an election, with the deadline to restore devolution having passed last week. NI election is a last resort, says Iain Duncan Smith 2022-11-03T04:00:00Z The UK government has said it provided Holyrood with a record £41bn per year for the next three years, "the highest spending review settlement since devolution". Budget fears voiced as Scottish prison energy bills soar 2022-11-01T04:00:00Z But unionist opposition to the protocol has stalled devolution at Stormont. Brexit: Northern Ireland Protocol bill continues amid election uncertainty 2022-10-31T04:00:00Z The top-tier authorities in neighbouring Devon also submitted a devolution bid in the spring - the fact it's going nowhere fast is not unrelated to their refusal to accept a mayor. Government makes formal offer of Cornwall devolution deal 2022-12-02T05:00:00Z In 2019, the original steering group of senior politicians who helped set up Holyrood wrote a report reflecting on 20 years of devolution. How bad is the gender reform rebellion for the SNP? 2022-10-28T04:00:00Z He added: "Any progress potentially stands to be put at risk by needlessly calling an assembly election that will change nothing but stands to further undermine the return of devolution and cost the taxpayer £6.5m." NI election is a last resort, says Iain Duncan Smith 2022-11-03T04:00:00Z "We have provided the Welsh government with a record £18bn per year for the next three years - the highest spending review settlement since devolution," a spokesman said. Strikes: How likely are teachers in Wales to take action? 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z The devolution of planning powers also means that decisions about fracking and the building of new nuclear power stations will be effectively vetoed by Scottish ministers. Three key Scottish questions for Rishi Sunak 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z The Northern Ireland Assembly is set to be recalled ahead of Friday's deadline set by the government for restoring devolution. Stormont: Northern Ireland Assembly members recalled ahead of deadline 2022-10-25T04:00:00Z Ms Evans said an early phone call also showed "respect to devolution and to devolved governments" in the UK. Rishi Sunak to work with Mark Drakeford in 'national interest' 2022-10-25T04:00:00Z Wilson’s devolution over the past month and a half has been astounding. It’s becoming hard to watch Russell Wilson 2022-10-18T04:00:00Z The number of people wanting a weaker Senedd and government has fallen significantly, and, regardless of how they voted in 2016, a majority of Welsh voters oppose a reversal of devolution in a post-Brexit world. Who do people in Wales think they are? 2022-10-17T04:00:00Z The arguments were set out in court one of the Supreme Court, the venue where devolution issues are debated. Indyref court case could have an explosive outcome 2022-10-12T04:00:00Z She will claim that it is "Westminster's denial of Scottish democracy, full frontal attacks on devolution and basic lack of respect" which are "causing tension and fraying the bonds between us". Sturgeon: Renewables could form basis of Scots economy 2022-10-10T04:00:00Z Under current rules, if devolution is not restored by 28 October, Mr Heaton-Harris is obliged to set a date for a fresh Stormont election. NI Protocol dispute will not be resolved by 28 October, says Coveney 2022-10-06T04:00:00Z "There are already two devolution deals across the North East and we are rapidly progressing negotiations to announce more of these deals in due course." Levelling up failing in the North East, study finds 2022-10-06T04:00:00Z Locker room breakdowns and miscommunication between the team’s core players and its coaching staff were largely to blame for last season’s messy devolution in the wake of a 10-3 start. For the Wizards, preseason in Japan is a chemistry experiment 2022-09-30T04:00:00Z Perceptively perhaps the Queen spoke of a growing "awareness of historic national identities in these islands", which she described as driving discussion about devolution. The monarchy's delicate Scottish balancing act 2022-09-13T04:00:00Z That is how Queen Elizabeth described devolution in a speech at the opening of the Welsh Assembly in 1999. Queen Elizabeth II blessed devolution in Wales 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z "I always say there was one Queen Elizabeth who saved the Welsh language and there was another one who gave Wales devolution." Queen Elizabeth II: 'Royal blessing' that helped devolution 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z With devolution now entering a second decade, it may be the right time for stocktaking - to understand what has worked and what hasn't in these decentralised units. Kenya election 2022: New county governors tackle corruption 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z Following much political wrangling, in 1977 separate Bills were introduced for Wales and Scotland, paving the way for devolution referenda. Queen Elizabeth II: How monarch helped shape modern Wales 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z In earlier times she had sounded decidedly sceptical about devolution. Queen Elizabeth: Monarch with a genuine love for Scotland 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z Plaid Cymru believe that when it comes to devolution Ms Truss' government will seek to "turn back the clock". Liz Truss: Will the new prime minister and Mark Drakeford get on? 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z After the 1997 referendum returned a narrow majority in favour of devolution in Wales, the Queen attended all six opening ceremonies for the Senedd. Queen Elizabeth II: 'Royal blessing' that helped devolution 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z The counties were also put to the test at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic as many of them, seven years into devolution, seemed unable to muster enough intensive care unit beds for patients. Kenya election 2022: New county governors tackle corruption 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z That last line, Lord Dafydd Elis-Thomas points out, was done to balance her acknowledgement of devolution and said in not so many words, 'come what may, I am still your Queen'. Queen Elizabeth II: How monarch helped shape modern Wales 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z Tax cuts could, in theory, provide a budget boost for Mr Swinney because of the labyrinthine way income tax devolution works. Cost of living set to dominate future plans at Holyrood 2022-09-06T04:00:00Z However, the "lack of respect" shown by some in Westminster towards devolution "does not bode well for any form of nation-building", she warned. Liz Truss: Will the new prime minister and Mark Drakeford get on? 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z Following much political wrangling, in 1977 separate bills were introduced for Wales and Scotland by Parliament, paving the way for devolution referenda. Queen Elizabeth II: 'Royal blessing' that helped devolution 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z Tied to that, the new prime minister will also face pressure to help get devolution at Stormont working again. New prime minister: NI leaders react to Liz Truss win 2022-09-05T04:00:00Z Twenty years later in 1997, a referendum returned a narrow majority in favour of devolution in Wales. Queen Elizabeth II: How monarch helped shape modern Wales 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z That devolution is dependent on a flurry of factors — Morris’ 12 interceptions, seven lost fumbles, a mediocre pass rush, a conservative defensive philosophy, etc. Analysis: Five key factors for a UW turnaround in 2022 2022-08-31T04:00:00Z The East Midlands could receive new powers in a "first of its kind" devolution deal if the government's levelling up bill passes. East Midlands could get new powers in devolution deal 2022-08-30T04:00:00Z That last line, Lord Elis-Thomas points out, was done to balance her acknowledgement of devolution and said in not so many words, 'come what may, I am still your Queen'. Queen Elizabeth II: 'Royal blessing' that helped devolution 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z If the executive does not return to pass a budget then budget legislation could be approved by the Westminster parliament as has happened during other periods when devolution was not functioning. Civil servant Neil Gibson takes control of Stormont finances 2022-08-24T04:00:00Z She was speaking as the head of state which was changing along with devolution. Queen Elizabeth II: How monarch helped shape modern Wales 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z Ms Sugden said she was "unsure" about what her own political future would bring, if devolution did not fully return. Claire Sugden still frustrated by age and gender justice minister criticism 2022-08-24T04:00:00Z However, the new devolution model is dependent on parliamentary approval of the government's Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill and necessary secondary legislation, as well as a public consultation. East Midlands could get new powers in devolution deal 2022-08-30T04:00:00Z One such hypothesis, called devolution or the regressive hypothesis, proposes to explain the origin of viruses by suggesting that viruses evolved from free-living cells. Biology for AP Courses 2022-06-09T00:00:00Z The devolution of power also explains some of the increase in the number and type of interests, at least at the state level. American Government 2021-07-28T00:00:00Z The former chancellor said his future reforms would ensure "every single" government department operated UK-wide, despite policy areas such as education and health having been in the control of Stormont since devolution in 1999. Tory leadership: Candidates battle for votes in Northern Ireland 2022-08-17T04:00:00Z The former chancellor said his future reforms would ensure "every single" government department operated UK-wide, despite key policy areas such as education and health having been in the control of Holyrood since devolution in 1999. Tory hopefuls to target Scottish votes at Perth hustings 2022-08-15T04:00:00Z It previously said the pay deal was the largest single-year increase since devolution. NHS Scotland staff prepared to strike over pay - unions 2022-08-12T04:00:00Z In a previous response to Welsh government criticism, the UK government said the Welsh government has had more funding than at any time since devolution began. Cost of living: Teachers' union issues strike vote warning over pay 2022-08-12T04:00:00Z Since then, power has been gradually decentralized through a process of devolution, leading to the creation of regional governments in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland as well as the delegation of specific responsibilities to them. American Government 2021-07-28T00:00:00Z A quarter of a century on and the slender victory for Welsh devolution is still emotive for the former Plaid leader. Dafydd Wigley: Welsh independence less likely if Scotland stays 2022-08-09T04:00:00Z The former chancellor said his future reforms would ensure "every single" government department operates UK-wide, despite key policy areas like education and health having been in the control of Holyrood since devolution in 1999. Sunak says ignoring SNP would be dangerously complacent 2022-08-06T04:00:00Z Meanwhile Mr Sunak said he would be an "activist prime minister" who would call out "failures of devolution". Truss and Sunak attack Welsh government at hustings 2022-08-03T04:00:00Z The DUP has said the Brexit trade border with the rest of the UK, known as the Northern Ireland Protocol, has removed the basis for power-sharing on which devolution is founded. NI courts backlog 'may not be cleared until 2028', says minister 2022-08-03T04:00:00Z The election of Ronald Reagan heralded the advent of a “devolution revolution” in U.S. federalism, in which the president pledged to return authority to the states according to the Constitution. American Government 2021-07-28T00:00:00Z But the fortunes of devolution supporters would change as the counting continued. Dafydd Wigley: Welsh independence less likely if Scotland stays 2022-08-09T04:00:00Z He said he wanted to see a devolution deal delivered for the West Midlands "to make a tangible difference to people's lives". West Midlands mayor Andy Street backs Liz Truss for prime minister 2022-08-01T04:00:00Z Mr Sunak indicated he was opposed to more devolution for the Senedd and said he would be an "activist prime minister when it comes to Wales" who would call out devolution "when its failing". Truss and Sunak attack Welsh government at hustings 2022-08-03T04:00:00Z The Westminster government gave this government control over key areas such as health and education - a process known as devolution. Good Friday Agreement: What is it? 2022-08-01T04:00:00Z This was partly due to the fact that the president’s devolution agenda met some opposition from Democrats in Congress, moderate Republicans, and interest groups, preventing him from making further advances on that front. American Government 2021-07-28T00:00:00Z A more specific answer, then, is that fear plays a central role in individual devolution and mass indoctrination. America's heart of darkness: Making sense of the nonsensical allure of MAGA 2022-07-31T04:00:00Z Mr Street wants a PM committed to English devolution with the cash to back it up. West Midlands mayor Andy Street backs Liz Truss for prime minister 2022-08-01T04:00:00Z Mr Dewar, who was Scotland's first minister following devolution, had faced demands to provide compensation to victims. Donald Dewar feared 'open chequebook' over blood scandal 2022-07-26T04:00:00Z In 2017, Lord Trimble wrote to the former deputy minister, Sinn Féin's Martin McGuinness shortly before he died, telling him how much he appreciated his efforts to make devolution in Northern Ireland work. Obituary: David Trimble, Northern Ireland's first first minister 2022-07-25T04:00:00Z Ms Badenoch told the House of Commons in May that the government had delivered for the whole of the UK by "securing vaccines for all four nations and agreeing the largest funding settlement since devolution". Tory leadership: Where do candidates stand on indyref2? 2022-07-13T04:00:00Z The Scottish government has said the pay deal is the largest single-year increase since devolution. Scotland's NHS workers balloted over 5% pay offer 2022-07-12T04:00:00Z Under devolution, a lot of the Welsh secretary's time is inevitably taken up talking to - or about - the Welsh government. Boris Johnson: Welsh Secretary Robert Buckland took job because PM quit 2022-07-07T04:00:00Z Having arrived while the ink was still wet on the New Decade, New Approach deal that restored Stormont, Brandon Lewis adopted a hands-off approach to devolution. Brandon Lewis: Ex-NI secretary's term will be remembered as 'specific and limited' 2022-07-07T04:00:00Z To some, the pattern has been devolution: special places gobbled up by a wealthy few looking to buy their own piece of paradise. Stanley, an Idaho mountain mecca, is changing. Can its little-town character survive? 2022-07-04T04:00:00Z He said: "The political game-playing of recent years has wounded the devolution settlement. We need these new rules of engagement to heal it." Labour will not do post-election deal with SNP, says Scottish leader 2022-07-04T04:00:00Z A Wales Office minister said the UK government is "not going to do anything to undermine devolution". Row over £30m for Ukraine taken from Welsh government funds 2022-06-30T04:00:00Z They will be well versed in the matter of devolution, and have stressed the paramount importance of judicial independence and impartiality. The indyref2 questions facing the Supreme Court 2022-06-28T04:00:00Z That was the case at Westminster with Labour in 1997 when they promised a devolution referendum and with the Conservatives in 2015 when they won having committed to a Brexit vote. Scottish independence: Is there a mandate for another referendum? 2022-06-28T04:00:00Z The Northern Ireland secretary has said he will move to cut MLAs' pay if devolution is not soon restored at Stormont. Brandon Lewis moves to cut MLA pay unless Stormont restored soon 2022-06-26T04:00:00Z The Scottish government said it represented the largest single-year increase since devolution. Union disappointed by 5% pay offer to NHS staff 2022-06-15T04:00:00Z "At the end of the day, the parliamentary government is not going to do anything to undermine devolution," he said. Row over £30m for Ukraine taken from Welsh government funds 2022-06-30T04:00:00Z "What we want to see now is the bill progressing in parliament and as the bill progresses of course we will consider what that means for devolution in Northern Ireland." NI Protocol: Reaction to government's NI Protocol plans 2022-06-13T04:00:00Z However, he reckons most of the movement happened between the Queen's accession to the throne in 1952 and devolution in 1999. Platinum Jubilee: What does Scotland think of the Queen? 2022-06-03T04:00:00Z By the time devolution actually happened in 1999, her approach had changed. Nicola Sturgeon speaks of her deep respect for the Queen 2022-06-02T04:00:00Z The review said that while some growth related to the devolution of new functions to Scotland, such as elements of tax and social security, continued growth was not sustainable. Scotland's spending review: Union warns public sector job cuts unsustainable 2022-06-01T04:00:00Z The pandemic was, in a way, the moment devolution truly came of age - with the governments in London, Edinburgh, Cardiff and Belfast feeling their way through the crisis distinctly, but also together. Assessing Nicola Sturgeon's record 2,743 days at the top 2022-05-25T04:00:00Z This is the most dangerous aspect of the GOP’s devolution from party to personality cult: Devotion to Trump requires a willingness to betray democracy. Opinion | Cult or a conspiracy? The GOP sure isn’t a normal political party. 2022-05-19T04:00:00Z The previous occasion was a Silver Jubilee speech to MPs and peers in 1977, at a moment when the Labour government was considering devolution for Scotland and Wales. Platinum Jubilee: What does Scotland think of the Queen? 2022-06-03T04:00:00Z A change in the law in February gives Northern Ireland's politicians six months to come to a deal to restore full devolution. Boris Johnson faces knotty diplomatic challenge in Brexit deal talks 2022-05-16T04:00:00Z The DUP has argued the protocol has eroded the foundations devolution has been built upon and undermined Northern Ireland's position in the UK. Brexit trade deal change must result in NI government - PM 2022-05-14T04:00:00Z “It erodes the very foundations that devolution has been built upon.” Unionists set to block N Ireland govt over Brexit trade spat 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z When asked about this, Mr Wilson said his party was committed to devolution and wanted the institutions up and running as soon as possible. Brexit: DUP to wait on UK Brexit plan before Stormont move 2022-05-12T04:00:00Z Luckily for us, the devolution of our society will wait, for now. Perspective | How bad can Sports Twitter be? If Elon Musk succeeds, we’ll find out. 2022-04-16T04:00:00Z The number of people who recognised First Minister Mark Drakeford and the status of devolution were catapulted to unprecedentedly high levels. What has Covid done for devolution calls in Wales? 2022-04-03T04:00:00Z But it cannot be stressed enough how remarkable a period it has been in the history of devolution. Covid: Has pandemic emboldened Wales' devolution calls? 2022-04-03T04:00:00Z “I would call it a devolution, or an involution.” Shaken at First, Many Russians Now Rally Behind Putin’s Invasion 2022-04-01T04:00:00Z "We want to make sure that devolution is done on the basis of parties and their views being treated with respect and that the consent principle is in place," he explained. Brexit: DUP to wait on UK Brexit plan before Stormont move 2022-05-12T04:00:00Z He admitted if there was a unified force, devolution of policing "may be easier to achieve". Dyfed-Powys Police: Chief wants one Welsh force 2022-03-28T04:00:00Z Stormont has rarely stuck to the devolution timetable, but could it soon be out of service for good. Stormont: The five years which began and ended in deadlock 2022-03-27T04:00:00Z The number of people who recognised Mark Drakeford and the status of devolution were catapulted to unprecedentedly high levels. Covid: Has pandemic emboldened Wales' devolution calls? 2022-04-03T04:00:00Z Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross said the row was "one of the worst public spending disasters since devolution". Sturgeon: Buck stops with me over ferry contract row 2022-03-24T04:00:00Z "The housing crisis is a direct result of years of successive Labour-led governments failing to provide opportunities and build enough houses, with housebuilding falling below levels before devolution." Wales second homes could face 300% council tax hikes 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z Last year, the Scottish government said UK ministers risked undermining devolution if they set up the freeports in Scotland or Wales without the backing of devolved governments. Two 'green freeports' to be established in Scotland 2022-02-13T05:00:00Z The legislation, which was agreed under the New Decade New Approach deal to restore devolution in 2020, will then be sent for royal assent. NI political crisis: Bill to prevent Stormont collapse set to be passed 2022-02-07T05:00:00Z Both parties, a clear majority, want to see further changes to devolution. Covid: Has pandemic emboldened Wales' devolution calls? 2022-04-03T04:00:00Z At least as significant is the redistribution of power: 23 years after devolution to Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, this is the first comprehensive plan to devolve power across all of England. Glasgow Silicon Valley-style research centre planned 2022-02-02T05:00:00Z Wednesday's policy white paper will outline how these funds will be spent and plans to expand devolution in England, with more elected local leaders. Michael Gove: Levelling up must not fail new Tory voters 2022-02-01T05:00:00Z A source said Scottish, Welsh, and Northern Irish ministers believe the plans undermine the devolution settlement. Brexit: UK plan to remove EU law sparks nations' anger 2022-01-30T05:00:00Z The levelling up white paper, which is being published next week, is also set to outline plans to expand devolution in England. Levelling up: Sheffield and Wolverhampton chosen for government regeneration plans 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z But will that level of coverage and focus on devolution continue? Covid: Has pandemic emboldened Wales' devolution calls? 2022-04-03T04:00:00Z The Welsh Conservatives are opposed to devolution of the Crown Estate. Petition seeks control of Wales' Crown Estate land 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z While there's support for the idea of meaningful devolution in England, the fear for some is it will mean years of wrangling about local government structures. Michael Gove: Levelling up must not fail new Tory voters 2022-02-01T05:00:00Z While in Wales, Mr Antoniw said: "The government has been unable to provide assurances that it's plans for future changes in dealing with 'retained' EU law would not affect the devolution settlement." Brexit: UK plan to remove EU law sparks nations' anger 2022-01-30T05:00:00Z Mr Webb called for further devolution to give more power to local leaders who "know their areas far better", a sentiment echoed by the Labour mayors of Greater Manchester and Liverpool city region. Levelling up: North-South divide widening, think tank says 2022-01-17T05:00:00Z A DUP spokesman said the move would "encourage stability at a time when devolution is deeply unstable". Double jobbing: Another DUP MP expresses interest in dual role 2022-01-17T05:00:00Z The petition calls for a similar devolution settlement here. Petition seeks control of Wales' Crown Estate land 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z "It was never a problem before we had devolution and changes in Covid rules." Chester FC is an English club, says chairman after Covid 'rule break' 2022-01-08T05:00:00Z And all of this reflects the GOP’s devolution into a cult of personality devoted to former president Donald Trump — a nationwide phenomenon that could affect key races elsewhere as well. Opinion | In Georgia, Republicans’ Faustian bargain with Trump is catching up with them 2021-12-06T05:00:00Z Some panel members will be relieved that the report is finally in the public domain, given that the three-year absence of devolution and the Covid pandemic delayed the commission's work. Flags report: Five things we learned from 168-page document 2021-12-04T05:00:00Z The country will “either continue on the track of democracy and peaceful devolution of power,” he said, “or go to square zero, where war will take place.” Libyans hope election will end a decade of strife but fear it will tear the country apart again 2021-12-01T05:00:00Z Its environment spokeswoman Janet Finch-Saunders MS said it had "served us well over the years", adding: "If it's not broken, why on earth would we want to support the further devolution of powers?" Petition seeks control of Wales' Crown Estate land 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z The commission had been due to report in December 2017, 18 months after it was set up, however work was affected by the collapse of devolution in January 2017. Flags report: 'Scandalous' wait for identity, culture and tradition report 2021-12-01T05:00:00Z In his virtual speech on Saturday afternoon, Mr Swinney will tell members that the UK government wants "unfettered Westminster control on Scotland" and is using Brexit to undermine devolution. SNP conference: Swinney claims Johnson wants to 'take back powers' 2021-11-27T05:00:00Z In last week's Budget the chancellor announced Barnett-based funding for the Welsh government of £18bn per year, delivering the largest annual funding settlement since devolution over 20 years ago. Climate change: Nightmare of life in the shadow of landslide coal tip 2021-11-05T04:00:00Z But members will also be aware that ahead of the next Northern Ireland Assembly election there are a number of unresolved issues that threaten the future of devolution. Sinn Féin: Mary Lou McDonald to address ard fheis in Dublin 2021-10-30T04:00:00Z Earlier this year, Wales' Economy Minister Vaughan Gething called the UK government's new approach to financial aid a "top down, throwback to pre-devolution economic policy" and a "deliberate assault on Welsh devolution". European Union 'vanity projects' in Wales attacked by UK minister 2021-10-28T04:00:00Z The windfall is calculated based on population levels using the Barnett Formula, and Scottish ministers can spend the cash on whatever they want - this is rather the point of devolution. What does the UK budget mean for Scotland? 2021-10-27T04:00:00Z He will argue that "the only way to keep the gains of devolution is by becoming independent" and will suggest that decisions made at Holyrood "can be routinely undermined at a whim by the Tories". SNP conference: Swinney claims Johnson wants to 'take back powers' 2021-11-27T05:00:00Z On Tuesday, MPs debated the Ministers Elections and Petitions of Concern Bill, which was agreed by the Stormont parties as part of the deal that restored devolution in 2020. Brexit: European Court of Justice 'not the only NI Protocol problem' 2021-10-26T04:00:00Z MPs are debating the Ministers Elections and Petitions of Concern Bill, which was agreed by the Stormont parties as part of the deal that restored devolution in 2020. UK government 'must deliver on Irish language pledge' 2021-10-26T04:00:00Z But in 2019 a vote by MPs at Westminster - during the suspension of devolution - brought about significant changes to Northern Ireland's abortion laws. Abortion: Second legal bid to NI timetable to begin 2021-10-04T04:00:00Z Mr Hart counters by accusing Mr Drakeford of "talking up devolution endlessly". Boris Johnson: Tories feared PM would die with Covid, says Simon Hart 2021-08-25T04:00:00Z "Through the Internal Market Act, the Tories have given themselves unfettered power to decide the rules of the internal market - and to completely ignore the devolution settlement if they want to." SNP conference: Swinney claims Johnson wants to 'take back powers' 2021-11-27T05:00:00Z "It's been deeply disrespectful to devolution, another example where Boris Johnston is stepping into the devolved sphere," said Ms Mallon. Boris Johnson's Irish Sea tunnel vision - roadworthy or pipe dream? 2021-08-22T04:00:00Z This is the prime minister who last year, for example, described devolution as a "disaster" - to the despair of some of his Scottish colleagues. Boris Johnson: Why mining gaffe will linger after Scottish visit 2021-08-06T04:00:00Z The survey asked questions on identity, the use of Yorkshire by brands and devolution. Yorkshire strength of identity revealed by survey answers 2021-07-30T04:00:00Z Changes to abortion laws took effect last year after Westminster acted during the absence of devolution. Abortion in NI: Westminster directs Stormont to set up services 2021-07-22T04:00:00Z The aim of reorganisation is to unlock the door to devolution and also save money by bringing all services under the control of a streamlined structure. North Yorkshire councils scrapped and replaced with one authority 2021-07-21T04:00:00Z Northern Ireland's abortion laws changed last year after Westminster acted during the absence of devolution. Government set to lay out plans for abortion in NI 2021-07-19T04:00:00Z A spokesman said their "long term objective remains full devolution of the rail network and a fair funding settlement for rail infrastructure in Wales". HS2: Calls for project to be classed as 'England-only' 2021-07-14T04:00:00Z However, when people were asked about devolution just over 3% of respondents felt "very informed" about government plans for the region. Yorkshire strength of identity revealed by survey answers 2021-07-30T04:00:00Z This significant move is likely to face criticism from some of the parties in Northern Ireland, who accused Mr Lewis of breaching devolution when he initially intervened earlier this year. Abortion in NI: Westminster directs Stormont to set up services 2021-07-22T04:00:00Z He said it was the "only modest devolution ever offered to England". Commons scraps English votes for English laws 2021-07-13T04:00:00Z A significant figure in the country's politics, the former Labour MP led the campaign for devolution in 1979. Lord Elystan-Morgan, campaigner for Welsh devolution, dies 2021-07-07T04:00:00Z Officials in Cardiff Bay said the UK government needed to respect devolution. Covid: Wales' recovery 'shouldn't be affected by politics' 2021-06-24T04:00:00Z Mr Swann said that money for waiting lists was agreed in the New Decade, New Approach deal to restore devolution. Robin Swann says waiting lists plan faces some political resistence 2021-06-16T04:00:00Z Mr Sarwar told the Scottish Parliament that the infections at the Glasgow hospital campus were the "biggest scandal of the devolution era". Hospital child deaths 'biggest scandal of devolution era' 2021-05-27T04:00:00Z The allegations in the suit also offer new details on Sondland’s rapid devolution from Trump insider to political outcast in the span of days. Key impeachment witness Gordon Sondland sues Mike Pompeo and U.S. for $1.8 million in legal fees 2021-05-24T04:00:00Z “So all of it is to try to tie people up, but in the long term, people do value devolution.” UK government to target money in Scotland to counter independence drive 2021-05-20T04:00:00Z In reality, "reasonable, respectable Republican" became an oxymoron — or impossibly opposed forces, like matter and antimatter — with the birth of the Age of Trump and the devolution of the Jim Crow Republican Party. Liz Cheney is an enemy of democracy — just as much as the Trumpers 2021-05-12T04:00:00Z So the power that the board has over Facebook is incredibly narrow, but it is a small devolution of power that I’ve always argued is actually a lot bigger than it seems. Facebook’s Oversight Board has upheld Trump’s ban — what’s next? 2021-05-11T04:00:00Z "This is the biggest scandal of the devolution era, but inexplicably there are still families fighting for the truth and for justice." Hospital child deaths 'biggest scandal of devolution era' 2021-05-27T04:00:00Z Some of those opposed to it said the decision - made in Westminster - went against devolution. Northern Ireland abortion: 'Real lives and situations' behind new drama 2021-05-10T04:00:00Z The new West Yorkshire mayor role is a £1bn deal - the biggest devolution deal in the country. Tracy Brabin: What will West Yorkshire mayor's priorities be? 2021-05-10T04:00:00Z A devolution deal for West Yorkshire was agreed with the government in March 2020 and includes additional yearly funding of £38m for 30 years. Election results 2021: Tracy Brabin elected West Yorkshire mayor 2021-05-09T04:00:00Z The results in England contrast to Wales, where Mark Drakeford led Labour to the best performance since the start of devolution - falling just short of an overall majority by one seat. Elections 2021: Labour plans changes after election defeats in England 2021-05-08T04:00:00Z The 59-year-old said it was a "massive vote of confidence in the power of devolution and the work I've done so far". Elections results 2021: Steve Rotheram re-elected as Liverpool City Region mayor 2021-05-08T04:00:00Z On a visit to Swansea, Wales' first minister said there would be a mandate for more powers in Cardiff if voters backed a majority supporting more devolution. Wales election: Boris Johnson accuses Labour of 'going for separatism' 2021-05-03T04:00:00Z It includes questions on Yorkshire identity, use of the Yorkshire name by companies and devolution. Big Yorkshire Conversation survey asks 'What is Yorkshireness?' 2021-05-02T04:00:00Z "We are ahead of the Greens, ahead of the Liberals, it's a very strong vote. People are saying they want real power, real devolution and a fair share of funding." Election results 2021: Tracy Brabin elected West Yorkshire mayor 2021-05-09T04:00:00Z Conventional politics distinguishes between bread and butter issues - schools and hospitals - and constitutional questions such as devolution. Senedd 2021: Five things we learned from the election debate 2021-04-30T04:00:00Z In January 2020, devolution was restored with the New Decade, New Approach agreement and the DUP formed a new government with Sinn Féin and three smaller parties. Arlene Foster: From trailblazing leader to party civil war 2021-04-28T04:00:00Z The prime minister said he was a "believer in devolution" but he wanted to see "people using their powers effectively". Wales election: Boris Johnson accuses Labour of 'going for separatism' 2021-05-03T04:00:00Z Democracies in sectarian societies often create institutional arrangements to protect the minority, like minority or group rights, power-sharing agreements, devolution or home rule. Why Political Sectarianism Is a Growing Threat to American Democracy 2021-04-19T04:00:00Z In the early years of devolution, they were in power with Labour as a coalition. Scottish election 2021: Can unionists block another independence referendum? 2021-04-22T04:00:00Z The 1997 devolution referendum campaign was put on hold for a week after the death of Princess Diana, only resuming five days before polling. Will the suspension of campaigning affect the Holyrood election? 2021-04-12T04:00:00Z But it was perhaps with the dawning of devolution that his role in Welsh public life took on new significance. Prince Philip: The Duke of Edinburgh and Wales in light and dark times 2021-04-09T04:00:00Z "Surely it should be left to local ministers to decide what services to commission and not for Westminster to impose its view in breach of the devolution settlement." Abortion: Foster tells NIO to "back off" over abortion services 2021-03-25T04:00:00Z The powers were moved away from the UK Parliament in London under a process called devolution. 2021 elections: A really simple guide 2021-03-23T04:00:00Z The debate around devolution stretches back decades, and it is far from settled. Has the pandemic pushed Wales and England further apart? 2021-03-23T04:00:00Z To those who oppose the move, it sends a message that the UK government is prepared to undermine devolution if it does not agree with how an administration is functioning. Abortion: Brandon Lewis to take powers over Stormont laws 2021-03-23T04:00:00Z Ms Bradshaw said while she believed in devolution, she welcomed the intervention of the secretary of state. Abortion law move in NI will have 'serious consequences' 2021-03-19T04:00:00Z Northern Ireland's abortion laws changed last March after Westminster acted during the absence of devolution. Abortion: UK government to compel Stormont to implement new laws 2021-03-18T04:00:00Z He will spend around nine months leading a study on options for the devolution of taxes from Westminster, as well as other revenue raising measures. Stormont appointments 'like Glentoran signing Messi' 2021-03-14T05:00:00Z The establishment of the council was part of the deal agreed last year which restored devolution. Covid-19: NI Executive to discuss full return of pupils to school 2021-03-11T05:00:00Z Major road projects in Wales have been the responsibility of Welsh ministers in Cardiff since devolution in 1999. Grant Shapps says UK government wants to 'fix' M4 and A55 congestion 2021-03-10T05:00:00Z More broadly, while for some the pandemic's furthered the devolution cause, for others it's shown the inconsistencies in local government and the need for central control. Should local council power be 'turbo-charged'? 2021-03-08T05:00:00Z They added that Mr Lewis was clear that the devolution settlement should not be a barrier. Abortion: UK government to compel Stormont to implement new laws 2021-03-18T04:00:00Z The announcement prompted the Welsh Government to accuse it of "aggressively" undermining devolution. MPs row over who controls Wales' 'levelling up' cash 2021-02-25T05:00:00Z It triggered an angry response from the Welsh Government, which accused the Westminster government of "aggressively" undermining devolution. UK Treasury to control Wales' 'levelling up' fund cash 2021-02-24T05:00:00Z Prof Glossop believes the devolution of animal health and welfare powers is another step forward, meaning Wales can tailor its own plans to the nature of the farming industry in the country. Foot-and-mouth disease: 'Continual worry' for Wales' chief vet, 20 years on 2021-02-18T05:00:00Z Mr Givan's bill represents the first legislative attempt since devolution was restored in Northern Ireland to amend the abortion laws introduced by the UK government. Northern Ireland abortion law changes proposed by the DUP 2021-02-16T05:00:00Z The payment is being made through Social Security Scotland, which was set up as part of the devolution of more powers to Scotland. Parents urged not to miss out on new Scottish Child Payment 2021-02-15T05:00:00Z Meanwhile, the Labour MP for Cardiff North Anna McMorrin said the UK Government's "attempt to control Wales's levelling up fund is riding roughshod over devolution, pitting nations and regions against each other". MPs row over who controls Wales' 'levelling up' cash 2021-02-25T05:00:00Z The Scottish government welcomed the funding but repeated calls for devolution of greater borrowing powers. Treasury announces further £1.1bn Covid support funding for Scotland 2021-02-15T05:00:00Z But he added there was a "great need" to "strengthen" devolution in Wales. Welsh independence: More people in favour, Plaid say 2021-02-14T05:00:00Z Mr Davies said devolution "shouldn't mean the Welsh Government should always do things differently". Covid: Welsh Tory leader calls for UK-wide approach to rules 2021-02-07T05:00:00Z There is great frustration in some parts of government that devolution is an afterthought, rather than a key issue to be thought through in policy-making. Scottish independence: What is behind the shake-up in No 10? 2021-02-04T05:00:00Z Meanwhile, the Abolish the Assembly Party want Welsh devolution abolished completely. Welsh independence: How worried should UK ministers be? 2021-02-02T05:00:00Z Pandemic tax reliefs for businesses are also to be extended, while the poundage rate of non-domestic rates is to be cut for the first time in the history of devolution. No changes to Scottish income tax rates in budget 2021-01-28T05:00:00Z But the difference in Wales - and the potential problem for those dreaming of a federal UK - is that some on the right think votes can be won in arguing for less devolution, rather than more. Mark Drakeford says UK must be radically redrawn to survive 2021-01-14T05:00:00Z The combination of Ms Sturgeon’s high profile and the realities of health policy devolution has had consequences in Wales and Northern Ireland, and even at English local level too. Editorial Roundup: US 2020-12-30T05:00:00Z It was highly controversial; the Scottish Government viewed it as an attack on devolution because it allowed London to fund projects in devolved areas. Scottish independence: What is behind the shake-up in No 10? 2021-02-04T05:00:00Z Labour is open to more powers for Holyrood, presents itself as the party which introduced devolution in the first place, and will oppose what it sees as attacks on devolution from the current UK government. Labour and Scotland: Can Keir Starmer save the United Kingdom? 2020-12-21T05:00:00Z He will tell an audience watching via social media, that devolution is "under attack" from Boris Johnson's government and that Scottish demands for a second independence referendum are "unstoppable". Plaid Cymru pledge independence vote if it wins Senedd election 2020-12-10T05:00:00Z Delyth Jewell of Plaid Cymru, which supports independence, added: "These are yesterday's ideas from yesterday's party. Labour had thirteen years in power in Westminster to deliver radical devolution for Wales and failed." Mark Drakeford says UK must be radically redrawn to survive 2021-01-14T05:00:00Z Mr Johnson’s comments about a devolution disaster cannot be laughed away as an idiosyncratic Johnsonian accident. Editorial Roundup: US 2020-12-30T05:00:00Z SNP business spokesman Drew Hendry said the bill is "unwanted" and undermines devolution. Brexit bill in 'ping-pong' as MPs reject changes 2020-12-10T05:00:00Z In Cardiff members of the Senedd also voted to reject the bill, after claims from Labour it would "neuter" devolution. MPs to vote again after Lords defeat Brexit bill 2020-12-10T05:00:00Z That means restoring the executive to pre-eminence by curbing the judiciary, undoing devolution and installing cronies in powerful positions. Editorial Roundup: US 2020-12-09T05:00:00Z Abolish the Welsh Assembly Party: 'Difficult to see the benefit of devolution' Mark Drakeford says UK must be radically redrawn to survive 2021-01-14T05:00:00Z Addressing Scottish Conservatives, the prime minister said he only "criticised the performance of devolution" under the Scottish National Party. Boris Johnson denies he wants to undermine Scottish devolution 2020-11-21T05:00:00Z In Cardiff, members of the Senedd voted to reject the bill, after claims from Labour it would "neuter" devolution. Brexit bill in 'ping-pong' as MPs reject changes 2020-12-10T05:00:00Z Earlier this week, Johnson angered many Scots by calling the devolution of powers to Scotland “a disaster”, a comment that played into the hands of Scottish nationalists. Praising union, UK PM Johnson outlines plans to make navy most powerful in Europe 2020-11-19T05:00:00Z “So why did the prime minister tell his MPs this week that Scottish devolution is, in his words, a disaster?” Boris Johnson is 'single biggest threat to future of UK', says Keir Starmer 2020-11-18T05:00:00Z He told them devolution - setting up separate Parliaments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland - was "a disaster north of the border" and "Tony Blair's biggest mistake". PMQs: Starmer accuses Johnson of 'fuelling' the break-up of the UK 2020-11-18T05:00:00Z "I don't want to oppose devolution as a concept in itself," he said. Boris Johnson denies he wants to undermine Scottish devolution 2020-11-21T05:00:00Z The Labour leader said devolution was "one of the proudest achievements of the last Labour government". Starmer rebukes Johnson for 'devolution criticism' 2020-11-18T05:00:00Z After being criticised for saying devolution was a disaster at a meeting with lawmakers from his Conservative Party, Johnson, who did not directly comment on whether he thought devolution was a disaster, told parliament: PM Johnson accuses SNP of using devolution to break up UK 2020-11-18T05:00:00Z Asked again about his comments, Johnson agreed that there were “great advantages in devolution”, pointing to his own period as the devolved mayor of London. Boris Johnson is 'single biggest threat to future of UK', says Keir Starmer 2020-11-18T05:00:00Z Sir Keir described devolution as "one of the proudest achievements of the last Labour government". PMQs: Starmer accuses Johnson of 'fuelling' the break-up of the UK 2020-11-18T05:00:00Z There are many in Whitehall who find devolution tricky. Why the PM's devolution 'disaster' comments matter 2020-11-17T05:00:00Z Boris Johnson in turn accused the SNP of using devolution not to improve constituents' lives, but to constantly "campaign for the break up of our country". Starmer rebukes Johnson for 'devolution criticism' 2020-11-18T05:00:00Z But he claimed it was the SNP's "obsession" with independence, rather than devolution, that was the problem. Scots Tory leader says Boris Johnson 'believes in devolution' 2020-11-17T05:00:00Z But the way the UK is run was changed by devolution, which meant some powers were passed from Westminster to elected groups in Cardiff, Belfast and Edinburgh. What is devolution and how does it work across the UK? 2020-11-17T05:00:00Z "Does he agree that we need greater devolution across the UK?" asked the Labour leader. PMQs: Starmer accuses Johnson of 'fuelling' the break-up of the UK 2020-11-18T05:00:00Z On Twitter, it said "you can't trust the Tories", adding: "Labour created devolution to rebalance power across the UK, away from Whitehall and closer to communities in Wales." Devolution not a disaster says Senedd Tory leader 2020-11-17T05:00:00Z But it said he was not criticizing devolution, only its use “by separatists and nationalists to break up the U.K.” UK’s Johnson allegedly brands powers for Scotland a disaster 2020-11-17T05:00:00Z The Conservative manifesto at the election just a year ago focused on devolution and ensuring that we strengthen devolution right across the country. Scots Tory leader says Boris Johnson 'believes in devolution' 2020-11-17T05:00:00Z Public votes about devolution were held in 1997 in Scotland and Wales, and in both parts of Ireland in 1998, as part of the Good Friday Agreement. What is devolution and how does it work across the UK? 2020-11-17T05:00:00Z The SNP's Westminster leader Ian Blackford said the prime minister's "attack on devolution" was "not just a slip of the tongue, it was a slip of the Tory mask". PMQs: Starmer accuses Johnson of 'fuelling' the break-up of the UK 2020-11-18T05:00:00Z Following a narrow victory in a referendum in 1997, the then prime minister Tony Blair's Labour government introduced devolution for Wales in 1999. Devolution not a disaster says Senedd Tory leader 2020-11-17T05:00:00Z Johnson described Scottish devolution as former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair's biggest mistake, the report here added. Boris Johnson calls Scottish devolution a 'disaster' - The Sun 2020-11-17T05:00:00Z "What I'm absolutely certain of is that it was not meant to be an attack on the principle of devolution," he said. Scots Tory leader says Boris Johnson 'believes in devolution' 2020-11-17T05:00:00Z Mr Blair's Labour government brought in devolution for Scotland in 1999, including the setting up of a parliament in Edinburgh. Boris Johnson 'called Scottish devolution disaster' 2020-11-16T05:00:00Z Reflecting on the current state of English devolution at a recent MPs' committee, the witnesses, all academics, seemed to be in agreement on two things. Covid-19: Will the pandemic shift the power balance in England for good? 2020-11-06T05:00:00Z The council last met in full in November 2019, when political efforts were focused on Brexit and restoring devolution in Northern Ireland. British-Irish Council: Covid-19 recovery to dominate meeting 2020-11-06T05:00:00Z Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross tweeted, saying devolution is not a disaster. Boris Johnson calls Scottish devolution a 'disaster' - The Sun 2020-11-17T05:00:00Z He told BBC News the comments were "reminiscent of the voices of Thatcherism and Majorism of the 1980s and 1990s, which were steadfastly opposed to devolution". Scots Tory leader says Boris Johnson 'believes in devolution' 2020-11-17T05:00:00Z She points out that the Conservatives, now the main opposition party in the Scottish Parliament, opposed devolution in the referendums of 1979 and 1997. Is Scotland moving towards independence? 2020-10-23T04:00:00Z The former chancellor introduced metro mayors in devolution plans for English regions while in government. Andy Burnham's profile shows success of new mayors, says George Osborne 2020-10-22T04:00:00Z “This devolution of America’s Fourth Estate into partisan hacks and Democrat super PACs is not just an existential threat to our eternal American quest towards a more perfect union,” he said. Peter Navarro says China working overtime to defeat Donald Trump 2020-10-20T04:00:00Z “This devolution of America’s fourth estate into partisan hacks and Democrat Superpacs is not just an existential threat to our eternal American quest towards a more perfect union,” he said. China working to defeat Trump, White House officials says 2020-10-19T04:00:00Z However Scotland's Transport Secretary Michael Matheson raised concerns that the study undermined devolution. Scotland-NI bridge considered in UK transport study 2020-10-03T04:00:00Z Earlier, the Scottish government set out its opposition to the bill - stating that it undermines devolution and breaches international law. Brexit: controversial internal market bill passes final Commons hurdle 2020-09-29T04:00:00Z However the core function of the bill is also contentious for what it might mean for the future of devolution. What is the row over 'internal markets' all about? 2020-09-09T04:00:00Z “More and more this is not about independence v the status quo of devolution. It’s about independence as the only way to protect the Scottish Parliament from being undermined and its powers eroded,” she said. Scotland and Wales say British government's bill threatens UK unity 2020-09-09T04:00:00Z He added the bill "undermines devolution and the Scottish Parliament, and which, by the UK government's own admission, is going to break international law." Ministers to unveil post-Brexit trading law 2020-09-08T04:00:00Z The Scottish government said it wanted to see improved transport links but warned about the effect of the review on devolution. Scotland-NI bridge considered in UK transport study 2020-10-03T04:00:00Z By undermining devolution and blatantly ignoring the wishes of the people of Scotland the Tories are burying the idea of the UK as a partnership of equal nations. Brexit: controversial internal market bill passes final Commons hurdle 2020-09-29T04:00:00Z But the UK government says what is happening represents "the biggest transfer of powers in the history of devolution". What is the row over 'internal markets' all about? 2020-09-09T04:00:00Z The internal market bill was already set to undo the work of multiple devolution referendums, but now it looks set to put the UK on the path to becoming a pariah on the world stage. Brexit: MEPs question whether UK can be trusted after Johnson's bid to 'clarify' withdrawal agreement - live news 2020-09-07T04:00:00Z Scottish Secretary Alister Jack said the new legislation was about "respecting and strengthening devolution" by providing certainty to business. Ministers to unveil post-Brexit trading law 2020-09-08T04:00:00Z While I will seek to engage constructively with the UK government, I will absolutely not sign up to anything which in any way undermines the devolution settlement. Scotland-NI bridge considered in UK transport study 2020-10-03T04:00:00Z The Tories have launched the biggest power grab in the history of devolution ... Brexit: controversial internal market bill passes final Commons hurdle 2020-09-29T04:00:00Z Wales' European transition minister Jeremy Miles said such a move would be a "roll back" of devolution. Minister fears Welsh spending powers 'roll back' 2020-09-04T04:00:00Z Conservative ministers in the Scottish Office thought it would help inform the debate on devolution - or would at least help them make the case against the establishment of a Scottish Parliament. What are the Scottish government's Gers figures? 2020-08-25T04:00:00Z He added: "It's a huge challenge for our education system - and potentially the biggest challenge facing education in Wales since devolution." 'Big challenge' ahead of schools reopening 2020-08-23T04:00:00Z That amounts to the most spectacular change of policy by any minister, in any Scottish administration, in the short history of devolution since 1999. How did John Swinney survive the school results row? 2020-08-13T04:00:00Z “There is no devolution to fill out the details of the kind of deals he wants to make.” Dissonance between Trump and administration officials over Russia disguises lack of strategic approach to Moscow 2020-08-01T04:00:00Z The Senedd's constitution committee is worried the Trade Bill currently going through Parliament in Westminster could "override" devolution. Concern at 'high-risk' approach to post-Brexit law 2020-07-30T04:00:00Z Even though the figures have been compiled by the Scottish government since devolution in 1999, there is still an annual battle to interpret the numbers from either side in the independence debate. What are the Scottish government's Gers figures? 2020-08-25T04:00:00Z The report's main remit is for England, with health and food governed separately under devolution. 'Once-in-a-lifetime' chance for sustainable food 2020-07-28T04:00:00Z Six of the 29 properties were purchased prior to devolution in 1999. Almost £1m spent on M4 road homes weeks before axe 2020-07-22T04:00:00Z In June, the Welsh Barometer poll conducted by YouGov for Cardiff University and ITV Cymru Wales suggested strong support for scrapping devolution among Tory voters. Tory Senedd leader says Wales needs 'a dose of Dom' 2020-07-18T04:00:00Z "All devolved policy areas will stay devolved, and there will be the biggest transfer of powers in the history of devolution at the end of the transition period." Fresh row over devolved powers after Brexit 2020-07-16T04:00:00Z Plaid Cymru called Whitehall's proposals a "power grab" and an undermining of devolution. Imposing trade rules 'deeply damaging to Wales' 2020-07-15T04:00:00Z Although she described the "current model" of devolution as "outmoded and inappropriate". Independence referendum call rejected by Senedd 2020-07-15T04:00:00Z It was meant to report back to the executive within 18 months, but its work stalled when devolution collapsed. Flags body to submit delayed report within weeks 2020-07-07T04:00:00Z Leaving devolution as it is was the second most popular option. Tory Senedd leader says Wales needs 'a dose of Dom' 2020-07-18T04:00:00Z It also mentions the need to restart meetings of the North-South Ministerial Council, which stopped functioning during the absence of devolution. Where does NI sit in Irish draft government plan? 2020-06-17T04:00:00Z But defenders of monarchy and feudal hierarchy, status and privilege demonized the concept of liberty, likening it to a devolution of order and the slide into chaos. Anti-lockdown protesters show how the idea of "freedom" has degenerated 2020-05-31T04:00:00Z Ever since the advent of devolution, voters in Scotland have been inclined to evaluate the Scottish government more highly than its counterpart in London, whatever the issue at stake. Scots' concerns over UK handling of lockdown 2020-05-25T04:00:00Z It was the deal which led to the restoration of devolution in January. NI executive received extra £912m for coronavirus 2020-03-31T04:00:00Z Sir Patrick Coghlin's report will be a highly significant moment for Northern Ireland - potentially the most comprehensive analysis yet of how devolution works. RHI report will not be a 'comfortable read' 2020-03-09T04:00:00Z The UK government said it was committed to the devolution settlement. Ministers 'need to get on' with EU aid replacement 2020-02-27T05:00:00Z But to do this, says the Scottish government, it requires devolution of drug policy and changes to the Misuse of Drugs Act. UK summit looks at tackling record drug deaths 2020-02-26T05:00:00Z “The government and the Taliban would commit to rural development and perhaps some power devolution, while the Taliban would constitute a political party and compete in elections.” Trump’s peace hopes for Afghanistan threatened by confusion in Kabul 2020-02-20T05:00:00Z While restoring devolution made headlines, Julian Smith's personal commitment to helping victims of historical institutional abuse in Northern Ireland should not be overlooked. Why has Julian Smith been sacked as NI SoS? 2020-02-13T05:00:00Z The health minister says he needs more than £660m to maintain existing services and meet commitments made in the deal which restored devolution. Health minister warns his department needs £661m 2020-02-11T05:00:00Z The UK government remains committed to respecting the devolution settlement and working closely with the Welsh Government to ensure that the fund delivers for the people of Wales. Ministers 'need to get on' with EU aid replacement 2020-02-27T05:00:00Z But Mr Crabb said he now thought that devolution arrangements were "pretty weak, and unsatisfactory". Welsh MPs 'second-class' due to English-only votes 2020-02-08T05:00:00Z Turkish Cypriots want substantial devolution and the right for some of the 35,000 Turkish troops garrisoned in the north to remain. Turkish Cypriot leader warns Cyprus is facing permanent partition 2020-02-06T05:00:00Z In July 2019, MPs backed amendments that required the government to change abortion laws and extend same-sex marriage to Northern Ireland if devolution was not restored by 21 October 2019. Couple 'excited' to be first NI same-sex marriage 2020-02-05T05:00:00Z It was first outlined in New Decade, New Approach - the deal that restored devolution after three years of political deadlock in Northern Ireland. Minister unveils £23m welfare scheme extension 2020-02-03T05:00:00Z All four supported boosting devolution, with front-runner Sir Keir arguing for a federal UK. North Wales 'feels shut out' from Cardiff Bay 2020-02-02T05:00:00Z Brexit is happening just weeks after the return of devolution in Northern Ireland, following three years of political deadlock. What will Brexit mean for Stormont? 2020-01-31T05:00:00Z He is also likely to discuss the recent restoration of devolution. Jeremy Corbyn to visit Northern Ireland 2020-01-30T05:00:00Z The body set up to examine flags and identity, which paused its work during the collapse of devolution, is to begin meeting again. Flags commission to resume work 2020-01-29T05:00:00Z They include giving the Development Bank of Wales the ability to lend money without the constraints of the EU's state aid rules and calling for the devolution of corporation tax, VAT and air passenger duty. Plaid switch focus to 'make Brexit work for Wales' 2020-01-26T05:00:00Z It might just be the evolution - some might call it devolution - of the exhibition game that’s become less and less intense over the years. Role reversal: Pro Bowl provides chance for position swap 2020-01-22T05:00:00Z It might just be the evolution — some might call it devolution — of the exhibition game that’s become less and less intense over the years. Role reversal: Pro Bowl provides chance for position swap 2020-01-22T05:00:00Z A commission chaired by Lord Thomas of Cwmgiedd called for the devolution of policing and prisons because people in Wales are "let down by the system in its current state". Justice secretary 'would love' extra Welsh prison 2020-01-18T05:00:00Z We must argue for radical devolution of power to our nations, regions, towns and cities. Labour can win again if we make the moral case for socialism | Keir Starmer 2020-01-15T05:00:00Z The prime minister is in Belfast to mark the return of devolution in Northern Ireland after a three-year impasse. Johnson reiterates backing for Troubles veterans 2020-01-13T05:00:00Z In July 2019, MPs backed amendments which required the government to change abortion laws and extend same-sex marriage to Northern Ireland if devolution was not restored by 21 October 2019. Same-sex marriage now legal in Northern Ireland 2020-01-13T05:00:00Z Even before devolution was suspended, Stormont lurched from budget to budget with little long term planning. The big issues facing Stormont's new ministers 2020-01-13T05:00:00Z The British and Irish prime ministers will visit Belfast on Monday to mark the restoration of devolution in NI. PMs to visit NI to mark Stormont return 2020-01-13T05:00:00Z Thursday marks three years exactly since devolution collapsed in Northern Ireland. Governments publish text for restoring Stormont 2020-01-09T05:00:00Z The British and Irish governments worked intensively into the night discussing efforts to restore devolution. NI devolution talks continued into night 2020-01-09T05:00:00Z UK government plans for a March budget are "disrespectful to devolution" and could have "profound consequences" for Scotland, Derek Mackay has warned. March UK budget 'disrespects devolution' 2020-01-07T05:00:00Z That would lead to accusations from First Minister Mark Drakeford's Welsh Government that the UK government was rolling back devolution. What's in store for Welsh politics in 2020? 2020-01-04T05:00:00Z "To support the roll-out of the new curriculum, we've made the single biggest investment in teachers since devolution - a £39m package of professional learning to help raise standards in the classroom." New tax 'should fund school curriculum changes' 2019-12-29T05:00:00Z She added while the RCN supported the restoration of devolution, nurses "deeply resent the link that is being made between this and resolving the crisis in health care". Nurses' union confirms January strike dates 2019-12-24T05:00:00Z The governments say devolution must be restored by 13 January 2020, or the secretary of state will call a fresh assembly election. Talks to restore Stormont devolution at standstill 2019-12-20T05:00:00Z The secretary of state says he is "deeply disappointed" that the Stormont parties are not yet in agreement on how to restore devolution. NI SoS says not all parties on board for agreement 2019-12-19T05:00:00Z With no devolution, political parties have called on Mr Smith to intervene on health - but he has insisted it remains a matter for them. NI political parties to take part in health summit 2019-12-19T05:00:00Z The long-term option, if devolution is not restored, is for the British government to reintroduce direct rule from Westminster. Stormont deadlock - how things stand 2019-12-17T05:00:00Z Five Stormont health ministers - from 2010 until the collapse of devolution - were at the helm regarding pay issues for health care workers: Why are Northern Ireland's nurses going on strike? 2019-12-18T05:00:00Z Talks to restore devolution in Northern Ireland appear to be at a standstill following the refusal of the DUP to agree to a deal. Talks to restore Stormont devolution at standstill 2019-12-20T05:00:00Z This radical devolution is the best defence against capture by any political force. There is an antidote to demagoguery – it’s called political rewilding | George Monbiot 2019-12-18T05:00:00Z Both leaders said they would work closely with the Northern Ireland parties to help bring back devolution. Varadkar and Johnson pledge to restore Stormont 2019-12-13T05:00:00Z Two and a half years on, with devolution still not back in place, perhaps some voters used their ballot to punish the big two parties this time. 'Some bruising defeats for DUP and Sinn Féin' 2019-12-13T05:00:00Z Alliance Party leader Naomi Long said she wanted decisions being taken by local ministers and warned that the 13 January was the deadline to see devolution restored. Parties clash during BBC election debate 2019-12-10T05:00:00Z Ulster Unionist leader Steve Aiken said his party would be ready with their "phones on" over Christmas to restore devolution. Talks to restore Stormont devolution at standstill 2019-12-20T05:00:00Z The DUP's handling of a green energy financial scandal was what sparked the political fallout that brought down devolution in January 2017. At-a-glance: DUP manifesto 2019-11-28T05:00:00Z Plaid Cymru would need to secure the devolution of policing and criminal justice to Wales and join or form a government in Cardiff Bay to implement this plan. Plaid Cymru promises extra 1,600 police officers 2019-11-18T05:00:00Z "Twenty years on from devolution, this is a significant local government bill which reflects the journey of devolution and will deliver a major package of reforms, including local government electoral reform," she said. Major local electoral changes include votes at 16 2019-11-17T05:00:00Z Between Powell’s time and our own, the rifts have widened: the United Kingdom’s component parts began to express their own identities more fully, and to seek greater devolution from Westminster. From Little Englanders to Brexiteers 2019-11-11T05:00:00Z Price says Scotland’s needs have shot to the top of the political agenda because of devolution and the strength of the SNP. General election: Farage claims Brexit party will 'hurt Labour in most extraordinary way' - live news 2019-11-04T05:00:00Z In May 2016, he was elected to represent South Antrim for the UUP in the Northern Ireland Assembly - but the political newcomer only spent a matter of months in the debating chamber before devolution collapsed. The man set to become UUP's new leader 2019-10-24T04:00:00Z The Welsh Government has commissioned a study into the issue, having previously rejected calls for the devolution of welfare powers. Give more children free school meals, say AMs 2019-10-24T04:00:00Z The two-year wide-ranging review of the justice system in Wales, led by former senior judge Lord Thomas, calls for the devolution of powers over family courts. New warning over high rate of children in care 2019-10-23T04:00:00Z It is set against a background of 20 years of devolution, with Welsh ministers creating 6,000 different regulations, while 41 acts have been passed by the Welsh assembly in the last seven years alone. Justice powers for Wales urged by commission 2019-10-23T04:00:00Z They are expected to warn that Brexit will damage devolution and be disastrous for the economies of both Scotland and Wales. Scottish and Welsh leaders oppose PM's Brexit bill 2019-10-23T04:00:00Z It follows an intervention from MPs who voted to legislate for abortion, same-sex marriage and a Troubles pension if there was no devolution by 21 October. Troubles pension of up to almost £10K proposed 2019-10-22T04:00:00Z Mr Smith was facing questions from MPs about efforts to kick-start devolution. Consequences of not restoring Stormont 'profound' 2019-10-21T04:00:00Z Laws on abortion and same-sex marriage will change unless devolution is restored by midnight on Monday. MLAs to enter assembly for first time since 2017 2019-10-21T04:00:00Z Laws on abortion and same-sex marriage in NI will change unless devolution restored by Monday, 21 October. Stormont to be recalled after abortion petition 2019-10-17T04:00:00Z Laws on abortion and same-sex marriage will change unless devolution is restored by 21 October. Lyra McKee sister video removed after criticism 2019-10-16T04:00:00Z The government says it is prioritising enhanced devolution, with more metropolitan mayors, greater powers for existing mayors and more control locally of how money is spent or prioritised. Queen's Speech 2019: What can we expect? 2019-10-13T04:00:00Z But a Welsh Government spokeswoman said: "To help raise standards, we are delivering the biggest single investment in our workforce since the beginning of devolution." Teaching assistant cuts 'heartbreaking' for pupils 2019-10-08T04:00:00Z The MP for Carmarthen East and Dinefwr adds: "I am more convinced now than ever that Brexit, whatever happens from here in, will be for independence what Thatcher was for devolution." Brexit boosting independence support - Plaid MP 2019-10-04T04:00:00Z She said it specifically related to the abortion matter, rather than the wider issue of devolution not being in place for more than 1,000 days. Stormont to be recalled after abortion petition 2019-10-17T04:00:00Z Mr Drakeford told MPs he was "deeply disappointed" by the outcome of Tuesday's meeting and that he will discuss "what action we can take to secure this devolution of powers... in the future." Welsh Labour leader confirms he will back remain 2019-09-18T04:00:00Z But that does not diminish the effect of the ruling, as the case was against the actions of the Westminister government which, within the devolution settlement, affects the whole of the UK. Why the Scottish court ruling is significant 2019-09-11T04:00:00Z In the American debate over the right to universal healthcare, we see this rhetorical devolution reach its true potential. Only the wealthy have the right to longevity. Medicare for All can fix that 2019-09-09T04:00:00Z Brexit will do for independence what Thatcherism did for devolution, one of Plaid Cymru's MPs will say later. Brexit boosting independence support - Plaid MP 2019-10-04T04:00:00Z He suggested that one move would be to "super-charge the existing arrangements", with "Whitehall upping its game on devolution". Former Brexit chief urges rethink of UK union 2019-09-09T04:00:00Z The story’s inevitable devolution into chaos is handled with a level of control that eludes the characters as their operation quickly unravels. Jennifer Lopez is a star reborn in 'Hustlers,' a smart, bracing tale of strippers turned grifters 2019-09-08T04:00:00Z Ammon Bundy, the movement's charismatic leader, eventually wound up breaking with Trump's version of conservative politics entirely, endorsing asylum for Central American refugees and the abolition or devolution of the federal prison system. How the strange tale of the "Oregon standoff" explains what happened in America in 2016 2019-09-08T04:00:00Z "I'll not be standing in the general election. My focus is very much on the return of devolution," she said. Foster will not seek Westminster seat 2019-09-06T04:00:00Z But MPs were able to amend it to force the government to legalise same-sex marriage and liberalise abortion law in Northern Ireland, if devolution does not return by 21 October. 'Stop fast-tracking NI laws' call rejected 2019-09-06T04:00:00Z In May, fresh talks began that were aimed at restoring devolution in Northern Ireland, which collapsed more than two years ago. Autumn signals start of blockbuster political diary 2019-09-01T04:00:00Z The other question about 21 October is what happens regarding the government's obligation to call a Stormont assembly election if devolution isn't restored by 21 October. Does suspension 'slam brakes' on NI legislation? 2019-08-29T04:00:00Z No longer is it just about devolution at Stormont or direct rule from Westminster, but what a "new Ireland" might look like and how it might embrace unionists. Northern Ireland's 25 years of imperfect peace 2019-08-27T04:00:00Z A backstop and restored devolution will not satisfy them. On the Irish border lanes of Fermanagh, the bad old days are returning 2019-08-24T04:00:00Z She went on to vent her frustration with the devolution of political debate into snipes on Twitter. What Rep. Abigail Spanberger learned after clashing with progressives 2019-08-19T04:00:00Z Things were further complicated last month when MPs at Westminster backed proposals to legalise same-sex marriage in Northern Ireland and liberalise abortion laws - if devolution is not restored by 21 October. Autumn signals start of blockbuster political diary 2019-09-01T04:00:00Z Scotland's education system was always separate from the system south of the border, even before devolution. What 16-year-olds do after their exam results 2019-08-19T04:00:00Z With Brexit and the recent electoral success of the Greens and the Alliance, a centre grouping in favour of devolution and EU membership seemed to be forming, she said. How the 'neithers' could decide Northern Ireland's political fate 2019-08-15T04:00:00Z An opportunity to do so could come within five days of 4 September, by which point MPs have to debate a report on restoring devolution in Northern Ireland. Ministers expect no-deal challenge next month 2019-08-13T04:00:00Z And later he'll speak to the five main Stormont parties, with No 10 saying his focus will be to restore devolution. In a hurry? Here's what you need to know in five minutes 2019-07-31T04:00:00Z However, this must be done with respect for devolution and via agreement, not imposition. Brexit 'an opportunity' for fairer farm funding 2019-07-30T04:00:00Z Mr Johnson said he would "do everything in my power" to restore devolution. Boris Johnson to meet NI party leaders 2019-07-30T04:00:00Z Members of the public will be invited to consider ideas such as how politics is financed, how we vote for our politicians, House of Lords reform and English devolution. Could you help shape UK democracy? 2019-07-30T04:00:00Z This requires devolution of political power from centralized bureaucracies to local organizations, and promotion of disciplinary, sectoral and social diversity among fire scientists, policymakers and wildfire managers. Diversity helps fight wildfires 2019-07-22T04:00:00Z The DUP leader also commented on a move by MPs last week that will see same-sex marriage extended to Northern Ireland and abortion laws liberalised if devolution is not restored by 21 October. 'Serious negotiations' to restore NI devolution 2019-07-21T04:00:00Z We may yet even see the entire concept of the administrative state – the intentional devolution of congressional power in favor of executive bureaucracies – toppled. No secret genius in Trump’s attacks on freshman four 2019-07-18T04:00:00Z Number 10 says the focus of Mr Johnson's visit to Northern Ireland is the latest attempt to restore devolution. Boris Johnson to meet NI party leaders 2019-07-30T04:00:00Z It builds on an amendment from pro-EU Tory Dominic Grieve passed by MPs last week that would require ministers to give fortnightly reports to Parliament throughout October on progress to restore devolution. MPs to vote on blocking Parliament shutdown 2019-07-18T04:00:00Z Last week, MPs amended the bill to require ministers to give fortnightly reports to Parliament throughout October on progress to restore devolution. Peers back move to block Parliament shutdown 2019-07-17T04:00:00Z The commissioner is urging Westminster to legislate for the pension in the absence of devolution at Stormont. Troubles pension 'rejected if attackers eligible' 2019-07-17T04:00:00Z Last week, MPs voted to change Northern Ireland's abortion law and introduce same-sex marriage if devolution is not restored at Stormont by 21 October. Abortion liberalisation attempt 'will not work' 2019-07-15T04:00:00Z Few expect talks at Stormont aimed at restoring devolution to lead to a breakthrough before the end of October, given the potentially huge law changes waiting in the wings. Northern Ireland bill - what happens next? 2019-07-15T04:00:00Z MPs voted to introduce same-sex marriage and change abortion laws if devolution was not back by 21 October. Abortion laws would 'treat NI with contempt' 2019-07-14T04:00:00Z "He was very much an establishment person. He certainly didn't want devolution, that was clear. He regarded Westminster as very important. In that sense he was a loyalist to the union." Former Tory politician Rod Richards dies 2019-07-14T04:00:00Z Gauging the impact on devolution involves peering through the looking glass of Northern Ireland politics. 'We feel more valued': Northern Irish activists hail same-sex marriage vote 2019-07-11T04:00:00Z It's faced criticism for calling for Northern Ireland to remain fully aligned with Great Britain after Brexit, while defending Northern Ireland being unique on other issues - citing the power of devolution. What does vote on Northern Ireland bill mean? 2019-07-10T04:00:00Z Sir Jeffrey, the DUP's Lagan Valley MP, said the votes meant there was "very little incentive for Sinn Féin to restore devolution". Gay marriage vote for NI breaches devolution, says DUP 2019-07-10T04:00:00Z They argue these issues should not be stalled due to the lack of devolution. MPs set to vote on same-sex marriage in NI 2019-07-09T04:00:00Z "My amendment mirrors the government's deadline of 21 October to see progress made and devolution restored. If that hasn't happened by then, Westminster should and must act." Why there's more to the Northern Ireland bill 2019-07-08T04:00:00Z But the NIO said it was a "sensible contingency plan" in the absence of devolution. Stormont election delay bill to be debated 2019-07-08T04:00:00Z Yet framing her visit in the context of a “review” of Scottish devolution in a week that marked the 20th anniversary of the Scottish parliament was another serious error of perception. All hail Theresa May, reluctant hero of the Scottish independence movement | Kevin McKenna 2019-07-05T04:00:00Z While the votes do not automatically change the law, they compel government to make the changes if devolution at Stormont is not restored by 21 October. Gay marriage vote for NI breaches devolution, says DUP 2019-07-10T04:00:00Z She is expected to announce a review into how UK departments deal with devolution. Review 'to look at boosting Wales Office' 2019-07-03T04:00:00Z The review is aimed at ensuring UK government departments are working in the best interests of devolution. May says next PM 'must strengthen the union' 2019-07-03T04:00:00Z It will ensure that all of the UK government's structures - including government departments - are co-operating to ensure devolution works. Prime minister to announce devolution review 2019-07-02T04:00:00Z Labour adopted devolution in the 1970s and 1980s partly in response to the electoral threat the SNP was beginning to pose. The children of the devolution look to the future 2019-06-30T04:00:00Z The parliament was reconvened two years after Scotland voted overwhelmingly for devolution in a referendum in 1997. Queen marks 20 years of the Scottish Parliament 2019-06-28T04:00:00Z |
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