How does devolved government work?
I can describe some of the powers and responsibilities of the devolved governments and explain some of the pros and cons of devolution.
- Year 8
How does devolved government work?
I can describe some of the powers and responsibilities of the devolved governments and explain some of the pros and cons of devolution.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Devolution is the transfer of political powers from a central government to regional government.
- Devolved powers are issues or matters on which the devolved government or regional areas can decide.
- Reserved powers are issues or matters on which the UK Government can decide.
- Devolved governments have authority on issues affecting their regions, such as health, education and transport.
- Devolution has pros and cons, for example, giving control, but may contribute to confusion or inequality.
Keywords
Devolution - the transfer of political powers from a central government or parliament to a national, regional or local government or parliament
Government - the group of people with the authority to govern a country; in the UK, the Government is chosen and led by the Prime Minister (PM)
Regional - relating to a particular area, or part of an area, of a state or country
Common misconception
Devolved governments can make laws on any issue.
The powers of devolved governments are limited to specific policy areas defined by devolution agreements.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.The Cabinet is chosen by the ...
Q2.The Service supports government departments to carry out the day-to-day work and policies made by the Cabinet.
Q3.Match the sentence starter to its end.
Q4.The UK Government has three main branches: legislative, executive and ...
Q5.Which of the following is true about civil servants and public sector workers?
Q6.Match the Government department to its role.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is this describing? The transfer of political powers from a central government to regional government.
Q2.Match the word to its definition.
