Devolved and reserved matters

Question 1

What is the Scotland Act 1998?

Answer 1

Legislation that established the devolved powers of the Scottish Parliament.

Question 2

What are devolved powers?

Answer 2

Powers given to the Scottish Parliament to make decisions on various local matters.

Question 3

List three areas over which the Scottish Parliament has devolved powers.

Answer 3

• Health
• Education
• Law and order

Question 4

What does the Scottish Parliament control regarding law and order?

Answer 4

It has the power to pass laws relating to Scotland and ensure enforcement by Police Scotland.

Question 5

What are reserved powers?

Answer 5

Powers retained by the UK Parliament that govern certain aspects of Scotland.

Question 6

List three areas under reserved powers of the UK Parliament.

Answer 6

• Defence
• Foreign Policy
• Economic Policy

Question 7

What is an example of a reserved power related to social security?

Answer 7

Control of reserved benefits such as universal credit and child benefit.

Question 8

What significant change occurred following the Scotland Act 2012?

Answer 8

The Scottish Parliament gained the ability to vary the rate of Scottish tax by 10%.

Question 9

What additional powers were granted to the Scottish Parliament in 2016?

Answer 9

Control over all rates and bands for Scottish Income Tax, VAT receipts, welfare, and benefits.

Question 10

True or False: The UK Parliament is responsible for Scotland’s defence.

Answer 10

True

Question 11

Fill in the blank: The Scottish Parliament is responsible for _______.

Answer 11

health and social services

Question 12

What is the role of the UK Parliament regarding immigration?

Answer 12

Control over immigration policies affecting Scotland.

Question 13

What does the term ‘economic policy’ include under reserved powers?

Answer 13

Includes taxes and broader economic governance.

Question 14

What is the significance of the 2015 Counter Terrorism and Security Act?

Answer 14

It prevents individuals from traveling abroad to engage in terrorist activities.

Question 15

Where is the Scottish Parliament located?

Answer 15

Holyrood in Edinburgh.