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Difficulty: MediumDevolved Powers in Northern Ireland

Under the system of devolution in the United Kingdom, certain policy areas are 'transferred' to be managed locally in Belfast. Which of the following is a devolved responsibility of the Northern Ireland Assembly?

  1. EducationAnswer
  2. B
    Immigration and nationality
  3. C
    National defense
  4. D
    Foreign policy

Answer

Education is the correct answer because it is a 'transferred matter' managed locally by the Northern Ireland Assembly.
The responsibility for education is a 'transferred matter' under the Northern Ireland Act. This means the Northern Ireland Assembly at Stormont has the authority to pass laws and set policies for schools and universities within Northern Ireland.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the legislative body
The Northern Ireland Assembly (based at Stormont) handles local matters.
The question asks about devolved powers specific to Northern Ireland.
2
Differentiate between 'transferred' and 'excepted' powers
Local services like education, health, and agriculture are transferred; national issues like defense and immigration are excepted.
Devolution divides responsibilities between the local assembly and the UK Parliament.
3
Select the correct policy area
Education is a devolved/transferred responsibility.
It relates directly to the provision of local public services.

Key Concept

The division of powers between the Northern Ireland Assembly (transferred matters) and the UK Parliament (excepted/reserved matters).
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