Question 1

In March 2010 an agreement was reached which led to the creation of a Department of Justice for Northern Ireland

Accepted Answer

The agreement reached in March 2010 resulted in the creation of a Department of Justice for Northern Ireland, making this statement true.

Question 2

In relation to the Welsh Assembly, which of the following is TRUE?

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The Welsh Assembly does have 60 members. A is false because although the referendum was passed, it was not by an overwhelming majority. B is false because there can be up to 12 Ministers and 12 Deputy Ministers as long as the total number of 20 is not exceeded. D is false because Members of the Assembly are elected using a mixed-member proportional representation system.

Question 3

Which of the following were the conditions set by section 2 of the Northern Ireland (St Andrews Agreement) Act 2006 in relation to devolution?

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A

Question 4

Which of the following are TRUE in relation to the Northern Ireland Assembly?

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Question 5

Which of the following are TRUE in relation to the Scottish Parliament?

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The 1997 referendum received overwhelming support with 85% of those who voted agreeing to the establishment of a Scottish Parliament. A proposal in 1978 was put forward by the Labour Government but ultimately failed due to lack of support. The Scottish Parliament is not bicameral, it is unicameral. The Scottish Parliament does not have a fixed four-year term of office, rather, it has a maximum term of five years with the ability for early elections to be called.

Question 6

Which of the following can the Secretary of State for Wales NOT do?

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Question 7

Outline the composition and powers of the Northern Ireland Assembly.

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Question 8

Outline the composition and powers of the Scottish Parliament.

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Question 9

In relation to the relationship between the UK and Scottish parliaments, define the 'West Lothian question' and state whether you believe there is a need for reform in this area.

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Question 10

Describe how the legislative powers of the Welsh Assembly developed from its initial creation to the present day.

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Question 11

Outline the powers of the London Mayor.

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Question 12

Giving reasons for your answer, explain whether or not you believe that greater power should be transferred from central government to local government.

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Question 13

Outline how functions are allocated to local authorities in England and Wales.

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Question 14

Which of the following is NOT one of the three classes of expenditure incurred by local authorities?

Accepted Answer

The three classes of expenditure incurred by local authorities are current expenditure, capital expenditure, and revenue expenditure. Public expenditure is a broader term that includes all types of government spending at all levels, including local, regional, and national. Therefore, option A is not one of the three classes of expenditure specific to local authorities.

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT one of the principal purposes of the Greater London Authority as stated in Part II of the Greater London Authority Act 1999

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The Greater London Authority Act 1999 does not specifically mention promoting a cohesive transport policy as one of the principal purposes of the Greater London Authority. The principal purposes outlined include promoting economic development and wealth creation, improving the environment, and promoting social development in Greater London. Transport policy is a significant aspect of the GLA's responsibilities, but it is addressed under different terms and through specific bodies like Transport for London (TfL), rather than being listed as a principal purpose in the manner described by the other options.

Question 16

The Northern Ireland Assembly can suspend a minister or junior minister if it is deemed that he or she is not committed to non-violence.

Accepted Answer

This is true according to the Northern Ireland (St Andrews Agreement) Act 2006, which established the power of the Assembly to suspend a minister or junior minister if they are not committed to non-violence.

Question 17

Under the Northern Ireland Act 1998 it is unlawful for a public authority to incite another to discriminate, against a person or class of persons on the grounds of religious belief or political opinion.

Accepted Answer

The Northern Ireland Act 1998 does make it unlawful for a public authority to incite discrimination based on religious belief or political opinion.

Question 18

Under the Northern Ireland (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2006 powers pertaining to the defence of the realm and the armed forces were devolved to the Northern Ireland Assembly.

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The Northern Ireland (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2006 did not devolve powers pertaining to the defence of the realm and the armed forces to the Northern Ireland Assembly.

Question 19

In the case of Davidson v Scottish Ministers (2005) the House of Lords ruled that the Scottish courts did not have jurisdiction to make coercive orders against ministers of the Scottish Executive in judicial review proceedings.

Accepted Answer

In Davidson v Scottish Ministers (2005), the House of Lords ruled that the Scottish courts do have jurisdiction to make coercive orders against ministers of the Scottish Executive in judicial review proceedings, affirming the accountability of the Scottish Executive to the law.

Question 20

The Scottish Parliament cannot debate areas in which power is reserved for the UK Parliament.

Accepted Answer

The Scottish Parliament can debate any matter, including those in areas where power is reserved for the UK Parliament, but it cannot legislate on reserved matters.

Quiz 10: Devolution and Local Government