Devolution in Wales divided opinion across the political spectrum and remains a hot topic of debate in political circles.
This book begins with an overview of events from the founding of Cymru Fydd (Young Wales) in 1886 to the referendum in 1979. In the sections on the period 1983 to 1998, there are detailed discussions of deliberations and debates on devolution within the Labour Party. Issues discussed include the reasons for the resumption of the debate so soon after 1979, the decision to establish an assembly and its functions, why the proposal succeeded in a referendum and how the devolved government was to be funded.
As is clearly demonstrated, Labour's contribution to the devolution of government in Wales has been a significant one.
