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Written question asked by Baroness Smith of Llanfaes (Plaid Cymru) on Monday, 29 July 2024, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 12 August 2024. It was answered by Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour) on Thursday, 1 August 2024 on behalf of the Wales Office.


Devolution: Wales

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent on 26 July (HL190), what specific plans they have to deliver enhanced protection for Welsh devolution.

Answer

The Government is fully committed to strengthening the Sewel Convention by setting out a new memorandum of understanding outlining how the nations will work together for the common good. We will work closely with the devolved governments in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, to reach consensus on matters regarding legislation in service of people across the United Kingdom.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL458
Session
2024-26
Related items
Subjects
Devolution Wales
Link
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