Who governs Wales?

Wales is governed by both the Senedd (Welsh Parliament) and the UK Parliament.

The Senedd:

- The Senedd, located in Cardiff Bay, is the devolved national assembly of Wales.

- It was created in 1999 following a referendum in which the people of Wales voted for devolution.

- The Senedd has 60 elected members, known as Members of the Senedd (MSs), who are elected through a proportional representation system.

- The Senedd is responsible for making laws on a range of matters that have been devolved from the UK Parliament, such as education, health, and the economy.

The UK Parliament:

- The UK Parliament, based in London, retains responsibility for matters that are not devolved to the Senedd, such as foreign policy, defence, and taxation.

- The UK Parliament can also pass laws that apply to the whole of the UK, including Wales, but these laws must respect the devolved powers of the Senedd.

- Wales sends 40 members to the UK Parliament, who are elected through the first-past-the-post electoral system.

In summary, Wales is governed by a combination of the Senedd and the UK Parliament, each with their respective responsibilities and powers.