devolution
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Stevens said that the UK Labour government had delivered all the devolution pledges announced in its 2024 election manifesto.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
It added that the prime minister "confirmed that he would be open to a conversation on powers relating to devolution".
From BBC • May 14, 2026
Phillips' departure followed Miatta Fahnbulleh's resignation as minister for devolution, faith and communities.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
You can find out more about devolution and reserved powers here.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
The estate and revenues of Wychwood went to the younger son—a devolution which afforded to all the country people unfeigned satisfaction, as removing the curse under which they devoutly believed the family to exist.
From Nevermore by Bolderwood, Rolf
Vocabulary lists containing devolution
Human Geography - High School
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Political Geography - High School
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U.S. Government - Middle School and High School
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