devolution
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The prime minister said Manchesterism was about "devolution" and "taking control of things that affect people's daily lives, such as housing, building more homes that people can truly afford and the buses".
From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026
Burnham, the former mayor of Greater Manchester, has made devolution a centrepiece of his agenda in the early weeks of his premiership.
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026
If you’re not disgusted by this devolution in protocol, I’m not sure what can possibly disgust you.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
On Friday, Burnham, opened his new No 10 North office in Manchester, where he intends to work at least once a week as part of his drive to increase devolution in England.
From Barron's ● Jul. 26, 2026
A widespread impression appears to exist that devolution as a means for solving the Irish political problem is a modern invention, and that I am, in a large measure, responsible for its introduction.
From The New Irish Constitution by J. H. Morgan
"Oh," said Mrs. Germain, absorbed by the devolutions of the tale.
From Rest Harrow A Comedy of Resolution by Maurice Henry Hewlett
It did, however, mean an increasing pressure on the government for fresh devolutions of authority.
From The New World of Islam by Lothrop Stoddard
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Human Geography - High School
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