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Senedd Cymru (the Welsh Parliament) is the devolved legislature for Wales. How many members are elected to the Senedd every 44 years, and what is the primary role of the Welsh Government?

  1. There are 6060 members; the Welsh Government proposes and implements policy.Answer
  2. B
    There are 129129 members; the Welsh Government manages reserved powers such as national defense.
  3. C
    There are 6060 members; the Welsh Government oversees a separate Welsh judicial system and courts.
  4. D
    There are 9090 members; the Welsh Government acts as the executive branch of the National Assembly for Wales.

Answer

There are 6060 members in the Senedd, and the Welsh Government is responsible for proposing and implementing policy.
The correct answer accurately identifies that Senedd Cymru is composed of 6060 Members of the Senedd (MSs) and that the Welsh Government is the executive body tasked with proposing and implementing policies for Wales.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the composition of the Welsh legislature.
The Senedd (Welsh Parliament) consists of 6060 elected members (MSs).
Official composition of the devolved body in Wales.
2
Determine the election frequency.
Elections are held every 44 years.
Standard term length for the Welsh devolved administration as per exam standards.
3
Distinguish between the Senedd and the Welsh Government.
The Senedd is the legislature (makes laws), while the Welsh Government is the executive (proposes and implements policy).
Crucial distinction between law-making and executive administration in the UK's devolved systems.

Key Concept

The structure and roles of the Welsh devolved administration, including member count and executive functions.
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