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Decentralisation: Key issues for the 2015 Parliament

This section of the Key Issues 2015 publication focuses on various aspects of devolved power in the UK.

Fiscal devolution to Scotland
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When will the Smith Commission's proposals for further devolution, including extensive tax-raising powers, be put into full effect?

The English question
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Examines the issue of MPs representing seats in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland debating and voting on legislation affecting England

Devolution: what next for Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland?
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Overview of devolution in the Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland since the 1998 devolution settlement

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