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Difficulty: MediumThe Welsh Government and Senedd Cymru

While the Welsh Government is responsible for the day-to-day administration of services, Senedd Cymru (the Welsh Parliament) serves as the nation's legislature. Which of the following correctly describes the composition and role of Senedd Cymru?

  1. It consists of 60 members who are elected every four years to pass laws and hold the government to account.Answer
  2. B
    It is the executive branch of the administration, led by the First Minister, that manages health and education.
  3. C
    It is made up of 129 members who have the authority to make laws on reserved matters such as defense and taxation.
  4. D
    It is an appointed body that provides advisory reports to the UK Parliament in London regarding Welsh policy.

Answer

Senedd Cymru consists of 60 members who are elected every four years to pass laws and hold the government to account.
The correct answer accurately identifies that Senedd Cymru is composed of 60 members (MSs) elected every four years, and that its role involves both legislating for Wales and holding the executive (the Welsh Government) to account.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the specific body being questioned.
The question asks about Senedd Cymru (the Welsh Parliament).
This establishes the distinction between the legislature (Senedd) and the executive (Welsh Government).
2
Recall the numerical composition and election cycle for the Senedd.
There are 60 Members of the Senedd (MSs) elected every four years.
These are specific facts required for the Life in the UK examination.
3
Verify the primary function of the body.
Its role is to make laws in devolved areas and provide oversight of the executive branch.
Legislatures debate and pass laws, while governments implement them.

Key Concept

The distinction between the legislative (Senedd) and executive (Welsh Government) branches in Wales.
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