History A-Level
Devolution
What Devolution means in History A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Devolution
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The enactment of profound constitutional changes, notably the devolution of power to Scottish and Welsh assemblies.
Topics that use Devolution
- 2S The Making of Modern Britain, 1951–2007 – The Era of New Labour, 1997–2007 (A-level only) (AQA A-Level)
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