Which of the following is a reserved matter, decided by the UK Parliament for the whole of the UK?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Defence
- Step 1: The Scotland Act 1998 listed matters reserved to Westminster.
- Step 2: Defence and foreign affairs, immigration and the constitution remain reserved.
Answer
Defence.
Why not the others: Health: this is devolved to the Scottish Parliament. Education: this is devolved to the Scottish Parliament. Local government: this is devolved to the Scottish Parliament.
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