Devolution explained #2 Under central Government’s devolution plans, a Mayor would be elected to head up a new strategic authority for our region, covering the area currently looked after by Hampshire County Council, Portsmouth and Southampton City Councils, and Isle of Wight Council. What does a Mayor do? In our second video on devolution, we explore their role and how Mayors influence national Government policy and work alongside council leaders to bring more decisions closer to local people.

Scotland's history of devolution began 20 years ago today. Here are some of the landmark moments. #DevoRef20 | UK Government Scotland

“It does, I hope, end much argument and dispute.” The words of Donald Dewar, 20 years ago when Scotland voted for its own parliament. | BBC Scotland News