Taking the Michael

Article Abstract:

Welsh first secretary, Alun Michael, faces a vote of no-confidence due to concern that European Union (EU) subsidies could be lost as a result of a failure of the British government to match European funds. Much of Wales is poor and qualifies for EU aid. A new first secretary will have to be chosen, though Michael does not believe that he should resign since he cannot control whether central government provides funds. An agreement could be reached between Michael and the Liberal Democrats.

Prime ministers

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Winning the peace: Wales

Article Abstract:

By a very narrow margin the Welsh people decided to establish their own assembly, though the referendum indicated the Welsh are sharply divided as to their political identity. Welsh speaking and English speaking citizens disagree on what Wales' role should be in the United Kingdom.

Democracy, Representative government and representation, Representative government, Home rule (Wales)

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The choice for Scotland and Wales

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The voters of Scotland and Wales must vote in separate referendums over the proposed devolution which would give each region a parliament, plus give Scotland the power to tax. The pros and cons of decentralizing UK government functions with more local decision-making, is discussed.

United Kingdom, Scotland, Referendum, Referendums, Decentralization in government, Government decentralization

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