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Covering the impact of austerity, Brexit, the Scottish Independence Referendum and the collapse of the Northern Ireland Executive, this book discusses how wider national developments shape and are shaped by the process of devolution in Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and England, assessing its impact on politics, policy and public administration. Drawing together extensive scholarship on devolution, Devolution in the UK compares the similarities and differences between the different devolved nations, and tackles key questions: - Where did devolution come from, and what does its future look like? - What are the most effective devolution systems, and what are their benefits? - Why does Wales have fewer devolved powers than Scotland and Northern Ireland? - What impact will Brexit have? - Why are national identities, symbols, languages, flags and culture so important? Spanning the introduction of devolution in 1988 to the present, this is essential reading if you are studying devolution, one of the country-specific political systems, or interested in UK politics as a whole.

This timely and much needed text book provides a systematic assessment of recent policy developments across the UK and introduces the different models of integration which currently operate - from structural integration in Northern Ireland to health and care partnerships in Scotland.

Drawing on examples across a range of policy areas, this important new book examines the radically changing system of governance and delivery of social welfare in the UK and assesses how changes in social policy and governance interact in the delivery of social welfare.

Focusing on the unique features of social work policy and practice in Northern Ireland, this book offers insights in an accessible style. It serves as essential reading for academics and students in the field, while also being a valuable resource for practitioners and policymakers.

Focusing on the impact of newly established devolved administrations in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, this book examines significant developments in social policy across the UK. It offers a comprehensive comparison of policies and practices among the four nations, highlighting both similarities and differences in their approaches to social issues.

The book offers an in-depth analysis of direct rule as a governance system from 1972 to 2007, exploring how it shaped institutional frameworks. It examines the operational aspects of direct rule and contrasts them with devolution, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each approach. Through this comparative study, the author provides insights into the effectiveness and challenges of both governance systems.