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	Articles - Wales
		The population of Wales in the 2001 census was 2,903,085.
		Wales is located in the south-west of Great Britain and is bordered by the English counties of Cheshire, Shropshire, Herefordshire and Gloucestershire to the east, the Bristol Channel to the south, St George's Channel to the southwest, and the Irish Sea to the west and north.
		Wales was legally annexed by the Laws in Wales Act 1535, in the reign of Henry VIII of England.
	www.tiresnwheelshop.com /articles/Wales (3650 words)

	Government of Wales Act 1998 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		It was passed in 1998 by the Labour government to create a national assembly for Wales.
		The long title of the Act is An Act to establish and make provision about the National Assembly for Wales and the offices of Auditor General for Wales and Welsh Administration Ombudsman; to reform certain Welsh public bodies and abolish certain other Welsh public bodies; and for connected purposes.
		The Government of Wales Act, 1998 (1998 c.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Government_of_Wales_Act (175 words)

	National Assembly for Wales: Subject Index: The Richard Commission
		The Government of Wales Act does not specify the pattern of powers to be bestowed on the National Assembly in the future and a constitutional precedent for this approach already exists in the way legislation is delivered in Northern Ireland during the imposition of direct rule.
		In Wales, on the other hand, the specific proposals for devolution emerged from a trade-off within the dominant party, Labour, between those who would have preferred a model similar to that enacted for Scotland and those who were vehemently opposed to any devolution at all as an unnecessary concession to "separatism".
		Plaid Cymru the Party of Wales, believing as it does that it is for the people of Wales to decide upon the constitutional status of their country, regards a positive result in a Referendum as a necessary precondition for such a step.
	www.richardcommission.gov.uk /content/evidence/written/plaid (4452 words)

	LLRX.com - Devolution in the United Kingdom: A Revolution in Online Legal Research
		The Government of Wales Act 1998 was the result of disolution in the principality during the administrations of the Conservative Party (1979 to 1997).
		Welsh S.I.s are identified by a parenthetical reference to Wales in the title and number of the citation, e.g., SI 2000/1079 (W. The Homelessness (Wales) Regulations 2000).
		Human Rights Act 1998, the European Communities Act 1972, and other basic constitutional documents as outlined in section 7 of the act.
	www.llrx.com /features/devolution.htm (4207 words)

	BBC NEWS Wales Wales Office scrapped
		"Wales needs direct representations in the Westminster Cabinet, under any governing political party, not a diluted attempt to kick Welsh interests on a national level into the long grass," he said.
		Peter Hain has become the last Secretary of State for Wales
		"This means the voice of Wales will not be heard as clearly in Parliament," he said.
	news.bbc.co.uk /1/hi/wales/2984406.stm (352 words)

	Parlianet - National Assembly for Wales
		Subsequently, the UK Parliament passed the Government of Wales Act 1998, which established the National Assembly for Wales, and The National Assembly for Wales (Transfer of Functions) Order 1999, which enables the transfer of the devolved powers and responsibilities from the Secretary of State for Wales to the Assembly.
		The proposal for the creation of a National Assembly for Wales was approved in a referendum on September 18th 1997 with 559,419 votes (50.3%) in favour of the Assembly and 552,698 votes (49.7%) against it.
		(see Government of Wales Act 1998, s 22; The National Assembly for Wales (Transfer of Functions) Order 1999, SI 1999/672)
	www.parlianet.com /addservices/welshassembly.asp (476 words)

	Government of Wales Act 1998 (c. 38)
		Acts of Parliament printed from this website are printed under the superintendence and authority of the Controller of HMSO being the Queen's Printer of Acts of Parliament.
		It should be noted that the right to reproduce the text of Acts of Parliament does not extend to the Queen's Printer imprints which should be removed from any copies of the Act which are issued or made available to the public.
		Braille copies of this Act can also be purchased at the same price as the print edition by contacting TSO Customer Services on 0870 600 5522 or e-mail:customer.services@tso.co.uk.
	www.opsi.gov.uk /acts/acts1998/19980038.htm (440 words)

	BBC News WALES Wales@Westminster
		According to the law - specifically, the Government of Wales Act 1998 - Rhodri Morgan's role is First Secretary.
		There is a Government of Wales Act, but there is no such thing legally as the Government of Wales.
		They subscribe to the idea that the assembly does form "the Government of Wales", even though few "governments" cannot raise taxes or pass their own laws.
	news.bbc.co.uk /1/hi/wales/1692169.stm (577 words)

	National Assembly for Wales: Subject Index: The Richard Commission
		The Assembly Government has found itself in the position of having to lobby hard to ensure that Wales secures the same degree of representation within the new regulatory body as it currently has on the existing regulatory broadcasting bodies.
		Due to the way the Welsh Language Act has been drafted, the Assembly Government depends on the goodwill of Crown bodies to adhere to the spirit of the Welsh Language Act when they are responsible for providing and delivering public services in Wales.
		Creating a legal mechanism to enable the Assembly Government to ensure that all public and crown bodies in Wales provided bilingual services of the appropriate quality would require either an amendment to the current Act, or a new Welsh Language Act.
	www.richardcommission.gov.uk /content/evidence/written/jranderson (2693 words)

	Wales
		The Health Act 1999 (Commencement No.3) (Wales) Order 2000 "provides for the commencement of provisions which provide for partnership between NHS bodies and Local Authorities in Wales." This is a Statutory Instrument made by the National Assembly for Wales under powers granted by the Government of Wales Act 1998 and is also available in Welsh.
		The Health Act 1999 (Commencement No. 2) (Wales) Order 2000 "brings into force further provisions of the Health Act 1999 in relation to Wales." This is a Statutory Instrument made by the National Assembly for Wales under powers granted by the Government of Wales Act 1998 and is also available in Welsh.
		The Order applies to Wales." This is a Statutory Instrument made by the National Assembly for Wales under powers granted by the Government of Wales Act 1998 and is also available in Welsh.
	omni.ac.uk /browse/mesh/D014852.html (6555 words)

	General Comment (United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the))
		Since 1998 there has been a Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh (Scotland Act of 1998), a National Assembly for Wales, in Cardiff (Government of Wales Act 1998), and a Legislative Assembly for Northern Ireland, in Belfast (Northern Ireland Act 1998).
		Any treaty ratified by the United Kingdom government must be implemented by means of domestic legislation where any change to the law is required or where the rights and obligations of individuals are concerned.
		For this reason it is frequently the case that the enactment of domestic legislation by Parliament is a prerequisite for ratification of a treaty by the government.
	www.icrc.org /ihl-nat.nsf/0/e259f85e9400552cc1256ba700532b80?OpenDocument (1224 words)

	Concordat between HMT and Wales
		This concordat is made in addition to any statutory arrangements for the provision of information to HM Treasury made under section 123 of the Government of Wales Act 1998 and the Statement of Funding Policy, an updated version of which was published by HM Treasury on 18 July 2000.
		Provision for the supply of information required by HM Treasury under section 123 of the Government of Wales Act 1998 is set out separately.
		Under section 84(6) of the Government of Wales Act, the Treasury may make a direction specifying certain receipts or categories of receipt which are not required to be paid into the Consolidated Fund.
	www.hm-treasury.gov.uk /documents/public_spending_and_services/devolve/pss_devolve_walesconc.cfm (1179 words)

	Welsh Electronics Forum - About Us
		The essential structures and procedures for the Assembly are laid down in the Government of Wales Act 1998.
		Subsequently, Parliament passed the Government of Wales Act 1998, which established the National Assembly for Wales, and the National Assembly for Wales (Transfer of Functions) Order 1999, which enabled the transfer of the devolved powers and responsibilities from the Secretary of State for Wales to the Assembly.
		In July 1997, the Government published its White Paper, "A Voice for Wales", which outlined its proposals for devolution in Wales.
	www.welsh-electronics.com /your_career/aboutus.php/S1=180~subsector= (173 words)

	The UK - a new constitutional settlement?
		On 31st July 1998 the Government of Wales Act 1998 was enacted and on 19th November 1998 the Scotland Act 1998 and the Northern Ireland Act 1998 were both passed.
		The Government of Wales Act 1998 is similar to the Scotland Act in some ways but gives the Welsh Assembly fewer powers than apply in Scotland and in particular includes no provision for a tax-varying power.
		The Northern Ireland Act reflects the political settlement reached in the so-called "Good Friday" Agreement signed on April 10th 1998 and contains the probably unique statement in a UK Act that:-
	www.masterpage.com.pl /outlook/constitutional.html (755 words)

	DfES, Concordat with National Assembly for Wales
		This Concordat establishes an agreed framework for co-operation between the Cabinet of the National Assembly for Wales (“the Assembly”) and the Department for Education and Skills (“the Department”) on all matters arising from the Department's responsibilities which impact directly or indirectly on the functions of the Assembly and vice versa.
		The functions of the Assembly are either conferred directly on it by primary legislation or transferred to it under the Government of Wales Act 1998.
		The Government of Wales Act 1998 requires regulatory appraisals of the costs and benefits of secondary legislation proposed by the Assembly.
	www.dfes.gov.uk /concordat/03.shtml (2122 words)

	Government launch 'Better Governance for Wales' eGov monitor
		The White paper sets out the Governments proposals for legislation to change the provisions currently in the Government of Wales Act 1998 in three respects:
		Proposals to change the provisions currently in the Government of Wales Act (section 5) to prevent individuals from simultaneously being candidates in constituency elections andbeing eligible for election from party lists (as happened in Clwyd West in 2003).
		The Secretary of State for Wales, Peter Hain MP has launched a White Paper entitled 'Better Governance for Wales'.
	www.egovmonitor.com /node/1514 (344 words)

	BMA - Better governance for Wales
		The Government of Wales Act 1998 created the National Assembly for Wales as a single corporate body.
		The Government of Wales Act Amendment Bill, due in six months time, will make provision for a referendum and it will be possible for this to be triggered following a 2/3 vote by the Assembly and a majority vote by the UK Parliament.
		The (then) Secretary of State for Wales, Rt Hon Ron Davies MP, explained that his model was a compromise solution adopted to ensure the support of both pro and anti Devolutionists in the Welsh Labour Party.
	www.bma.org.uk /ap.nsf/Content/newsofwalesissueone~bettergovernancewales (1681 words)

	National Assembly for Wales Learning Wales
		[2] Section 120 in the Government of Wales Act 1998
		[3] Section 120 in the Government of Wales Act 1998
		[5] As set out in section 47 of the Government of Wales Act 1998, and the Welsh Language Act 1993.
	www.learning.wales.gov.uk /scripts/fe/news_details_printable.asp?NewsID=1675 (1873 words)

	The Disability Rights Commission - Latest news
		Interrelationship with Government of Wales Act Given that the duty to promote equality in line with the Government of Wales Act 1998 Section 120 must be reflected within the work of the CEHR in Wales, clarification is required as to how the wider definition of 'equality for all' can be incorporated within its work.
		Wales representation is needed in any planning arrangements to ensure key issues - such as budgets, functions, number of locations and staff - are addressed from the start to ensure that the CEHR is fully effective in Wales and that it has a strong credibility with all of its stakeholders.
		Assembly Government involvement Whilst the requirement that the CEHR reports annually to the National Assembly for Wales is welcome, further clarification is required as to the formal relationship with the Welsh Assembly Government.
	www.drc-gb.org /wales/newsroom/details.asp?id=729§ion=1 (1186 words)

	Devolved Government
		The Government of Wales Act 1998 established the National Assembly for Wales.
		The executive of the Scottish parliament is the Scottish government and is made up of 22 members (13 ministers and nine deputy ministers).
		Most issues relevant to Amnesty International members still fall within the powers of the UK government.
	www.amnesty.org.uk /action/lobbying/regional/index.shtml (348 words)

	What We Do
		The Secretary of State is Wales’ voice in the Cabinet and in Parliament.
		His job is to make sure the interests of Wales are fully considered when Government policy is developed at Westminster.
		Under the Government of Wales Act 1998 the Secretary of State:
	www.ossw.wales.gov.uk /what_ossw_does.html (139 words)

	Government of Wales Act 1998 Part 3 - Full Text
		Government of Wales Act 1998 Part 3 - Full Text
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	www.bsi-global.com /Environmental/CEDREC_demo/sample/non_index/act_full/1998/gwa98p3.htm (30 words)

	Legislative Implementation of Devolution
		In summary it is recognised in section 37 that " The Union with Scotland Act 1706 and the Union with England Act 1707 have effect subject to this Act." But the Scottish Parliament cannot change those Acts, and the Acts themselves are not expressly amended.
		A devolution issue shall not be taken to arise in any proceedings merely because of any contention of a party to the proceedings which appears to the court or tribunal before which the proceedings take place to be frivolous or vexatious.
		(2) Sub-paragraph (1) does not reserve the subject-matter of- (a) Part I of the Sheriff Courts and Legal Officers (Scotland) Act 1927 (appointment of sheriff clerks and procurators fiscal, etc.), (b) Part III of the Administration of Justice (Scotland) Act 1933 (officers of the High Court of Justiciary and of the Court of Session).
	www.leeds.ac.uk /law/hamlyn/devoact.htm (5214 words)

	DRAFT
		Welcoming the beginning of the consultation Assembly Health and Social Services Secretary Jane Hutt said: "The Government of Wales Act 1998 requires the Assembly to have a Voluntary Sector Scheme which sets out how it will promote the interests of voluntary organisations through its functions.
		The scheme is required under section 114 of the Government of Wales Act 1998.
		This consultation is the public’s opportunity to give us their views on how best we can make sure the voluntary sector is at the heart of the Assembly’s thinking."
	www.wales.nhs.uk /pressnotices/W00194.htm (213 words)

	Government of Wales Act 1998.
		An Act to establish and make provision about the National Assembly for Wales and the offices of the Auditor General for Wales and Welsh Administration Ombudsman; to reform certain Welsh public bodies and abolish certain other Welsh public bodies.
		Part II describes the Assembly's functions with sections looking at the transfer of Ministerial functions to the Assembly and its other powers, including the reform of Welsh public bodies, consulation about public appointments and the government's legislative programme, support of culture and consideration of matters effecting wales.
		Part IV looks at the Assembly's finances making provisions for payments to the Assembly; expenditure by the Assembly; the role of the Auditor General for Wales and the financial accountability of the Assembly.
	www.bopcas.soton.ac.uk /features/10474.htm (251 words)

	Links to the Government of Wales Act 1998 and associated delegated legislation
		This page provides links to the Government of Wales Act 1998 and associated delegated legislation made under powers granted by that Act which established the National Assembly for Wales.
		Links to the Government of Wales Act 1998 and associated delegated legislation
		The Government of Wales Act 1998 (Housing) (Amendments) Order 1999
	www.opsi.gov.uk /legislation/wales/walesact.htm (575 words)

	AUT - Wales fees may be unlawful
		In its submission to the Welsh Assembly Governmentâs independent study chaired by Professor Teresa Rees, the AUT claim that the Government of Wales Act 1998 does not allow the National Assembly to create inequality.
		The AUT argues that the introduction of variable fees in England has placed the Welsh Government in a precarious position: 'The Government of Wales Act s48 and s120 impose a duty on the Welsh Government to ensure equality of opportunity to all peopleâs in Wales.
		The introduction of variable top-up fees in Wales may be unlawful, claims the higher education union, AUT.
	www.aut.org.uk /index.cfm?articleid=1051 (404 words)

	The Fire and Rescue Services Act 2004 (Commencement) (Wales) Order 2004
		This Order brings into force in Wales, on 10 November 2004, the provisions of the Fire and Rescue Services Act 2004 which are not already in force.
		The Royal Badge of Wales may be reproduced only where it is an integral part of the original document.
		Signed on behalf of the National Assembly for Wales under section 66(1) of the Government of Wales Act 1998[
	www.fire.org.uk /si/2004/wsi2004/20042917.htm (468 words)

	CNN.com - World News: Election Watch
		The Welsh Assembly was created under the Government of Wales Act 1998, after the region held a referendum asking voters to approve of a legislative body to govern Wales.
		This system requires the electoral register to be updated every month to provide the most accurate registry polls for every election held in Wales.
		Parliamentary elections were last held in Wales on May 6, 1999.
	www.cnn.com /WORLD/election.watch/europe/wales2.html (195 words)

	The National Archives Services for professionals Policy & legislation Public Records Act
		The Government of Wales Act 1998 s.116 set up a new category of public records which are known as Welsh public records.
		There is provision in the Government of Wales Act to enable the Assembly to set up a Public Record Office for Wales.
		Until 2000, the Public Records Act 1958 had been substantially amended once (by the Public Records Act 1967) and in detail many times by other statutes and statutory instruments.
	www.nationalarchives.gov.uk /policy/act (253 words)

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