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Difficulty: MediumDevolved Powers in Wales

Senedd Cymru (the Welsh Parliament) has the power to pass laws for Wales in specific policy areas. Which of the following responsibilities is a devolved power held by the Welsh Government?

  1. A
    Defense and national security
  2. Health and social servicesAnswer
  3. C
    Immigration and nationality
  4. D
    Foreign policy and international relations

Answer

Health and social services is a devolved power held by the Welsh Government.
Health and social services is a devolved power, meaning Senedd Cymru has the authority to pass legislation and the Welsh Government has the responsibility to manage these services specifically for the people of Wales.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the target authority
The question concerns Senedd Cymru (the Welsh Parliament) and the Welsh Government.
Understanding which devolved administration is being discussed is the first step in identifying its specific powers.
2
Distinguish between devolved and reserved powers
Devolved powers are those granted to the Welsh Parliament to make laws locally, while reserved powers remain with the UK Parliament at Westminster.
The Life in the UK test requires candidates to know which government level handles specific aspects of public life.
3
Evaluate the provided options against the devolved list
Health, education, and local government are devolved; defense, immigration, and foreign policy are reserved.
Applying the specific lists of responsibilities found in the official handbook leads to the correct identification.

Key Concept

The division of responsibilities between the UK Parliament and the devolved Welsh Government.

Practice More

Review other devolved areas in Wales such as education, housing, and the Welsh language to prepare for similar questions.
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