Geography GCSE
Devolution
What Devolution means in Geography GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Devolution
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The transfer of power and funding from national government to local or regional authorities.
Topics that use Devolution
- The UK settlement, population and economic challenges (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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