The Labour Party's Devolution Reforms During the 1990s Are Best

question 10

Multiple Choice

The Labour Party's devolution reforms during the 1990s are best described as

• A)an effort to encourage Scotland,Wales,and Northern Ireland to seek independence.
• B)turning over some central governmental power to regional legislatures in Scotland,Wales,and Northern Ireland.
• C)asserting more power for central government and blocking attempts at independence among Scotland,Wales,and Northern Ireland.
• D)an increase in the number of parliamentary districts in the regions of Scotland,Wales,and Northern Ireland.

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Marginal Costs

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Fixed Costs

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