The role and powers of devolved bodies in the UK (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Flashcards
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1997 Welsh devolution referendum Yes vote %
1997 Welsh devolution referendum Yes vote %
50.3%
1997 Welsh devolution referendum turnout %
1997 Welsh devolution referendum turnout %
50.2%
What did Wales Act 1998 establish?
What did Wales Act 1998 establish?
National Assembly for Wales (now Senedd)
Wales Act 2016: income tax variation power (pence)
Wales Act 2016: income tax variation power (pence)
Up to 10p in the pound
Number of Members of the Senedd
Number of Members of the Senedd
60
Electoral system used for Senedd elections
Electoral system used for Senedd elections
Additional Member System (AMS)
Title of head of Welsh Government
Title of head of Welsh Government
First Minister
New name for National Assembly for Wales
New name for National Assembly for Wales
Senedd (Welsh Parliament/Senedd Cymru)
Welsh healthcare policy introduced by Welsh Gov
Welsh healthcare policy introduced by Welsh Gov
Free prescriptions
Labour seats won in Wales 2024 General Election
Labour seats won in Wales 2024 General Election
27
What does Plaid Cymru advocate for?
What does Plaid Cymru advocate for?
Welsh independence
Strength of Welsh devolution re: culture
Strength of Welsh devolution re: culture
Cultural preservation & promotion of Welsh identity
Weakness of Welsh devolution re: finances
Weakness of Welsh devolution re: finances
Limited financial autonomy (borrowing & budget control)