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Wales votes in favour of greater law-making powers for the National Assembly for Wales
Wales has voted in favour of the National Assembly for Wales to be able to pass laws in devolved areas without seeking the approval of the UK Government or Parliament.
The new legislative powers will speed up the legislative process and make it more efficient, enabling the National Assembly to deliver better results for Wales.
First Minister of Wales Carwyn Jones said: "I am very pleased that the people of Wales have voted in favour of the Assembly having greater law-making powers."
"The system we have used so far, under the Government of Wales Act, had an element of duplication, and created confusion about who was responsible for what. Removing that duplication will enable us to use our legislative capacity more effectively, and people will gain a clearer understanding of the role and responsibilities of the devolved institutions in Wales."
Further information:
Welsh Assembly Government
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