Extent and devolution | Practical Law

Extent and devolution | Practical Law

The note discusses the three devolved legislatures in the UK and the extent to which devolution has introduced new layers of complexity to the UK statute book. The note covers the extent and application of the three jurisdictions within the UK and how Westminster legislation extends to Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales. It includes analysis of the effects of Brexit-related legislation and other legal developments on the devolved settlements.

Extent and devolution

Practical Law UK Practice Note 4-517-6394 (Approx. 24 pages)

Extent and devolution

by Daniel Greenberg CB, Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards and Practical Law Public Sector
Law stated as at 31 Dec 2023ExpandEngland, Northern Ireland, Scotland...United Kingdom, Wales
The note discusses the three devolved legislatures in the UK and the extent to which devolution has introduced new layers of complexity to the UK statute book. The note covers the extent and application of the three jurisdictions within the UK and how Westminster legislation extends to Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales. It includes analysis of the effects of Brexit-related legislation and other legal developments on the devolved settlements.