The King’s Speech saw Labour announce plans to ‘establish a new framework for English devolution, moving power out of Westminster and back to those who know their areas best’. Labour intends to both deepen devolution by affording more powers to … [Read more...] about Five Questions on the Future of English Devolution
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England’s 50 Presidents: Your Vote on May 2nd
On May 2nd voters in England will elect 50 ‘presidents’. They are not actually called presidents, but they have many of the features of a presidential form of government. So who are these ‘presidents’ and how did the UK, or more specifically … [Read more...] about England’s 50 Presidents: Your Vote on May 2nd
Constitutional change is unfinished business in the UK
Some believe that discussion of constitutional matters amounts to little more than a diversion from people’s real concerns, such as the cost-of-living crisis, jobs and the parlous state of the health service. However, it is misleading to suggest … [Read more...] about Constitutional change is unfinished business in the UK
It is now necessary for the UK to move towards a UK-wide Constitutional Convention
With Nicola Sturgeon having recently addressed the Scottish Parliament about her plans for a second independence referendum, and the Commission on the Constitutional Future of Wales, established by the Welsh Government, currently … [Read more...] about It is now necessary for the UK to move towards a UK-wide Constitutional Convention