when the central government makes decisions on the majority of issues

the transfer of political powers from a central government or parliament to a national, regional or local government or parliament

issues or matters on which the devolved government or regional areas can decide

issues or matters on which the UK government can decide

How does devolved government operate in the UK?

Citizenship

Pupils look at the role of local and national government and identify reserved and devolved powers in the UK.

Where does power reside in the UK?

Depiction or discussion of violence or fighting, including threats of violence or the aftermath of violence.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

transfer of some powers from the UK government to regional governments

when the government decides on the majority of topics

topics on which the devolved governments can make decisions

topics on which the UK government retains control

Match the parliament or assembly to their location.

Which of the following is an example of a reserved power in the UK?

Which of the following are examples of devolved powers in the UK?

Devolution is still evolving, and more {{}} are expected to be transferred to the devolved governments over time.

The group of people with the authority to govern a country. In the UK, the {{}} is chosen and led by the Prime Minister (PM).

Who makes decisions in national government?

funds used to support ideas proposed by the public

goals that governments may have to achieve to improve life for groups of people

Which is the best description of a 'policy'?

Which of the following are types of government in the UK?

'Responsible for the security and welfare of the whole country. Sets laws and policies that apply to all of us' is a description of Local or Central government?

The {{}} is made up of various ministers and led by the Prime Minister. It usually meets weekly at Whitehall in London.

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision recommended

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