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Oral question asked in the House of Commons, by Lord Bruce of Bennachie (Liberal Democrat). It was answered by Bridget Prentice (Labour) on Wednesday, 24 October 2007 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.


Devolution

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what discussions he has had with the Scottish Executive on the further devolution of powers to the Scottish Parliament.
Answer

I have had no formal discussions with the Scottish Executive on the further devolution of powers to the Scottish Parliament. Devolution has strengthened the Union between Scotland and England. We are happy to engage in constructive dialogue with those who support the current settlement.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
465 c279 
160188 
Session
2006-07
Oral question type
Lead
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Devolution Scotland
Link
View this Oral question on www.publications.parliament.uk