The Scottish Parliament is set to be given new powers over tax and welfare as part of a deal following September’s referendum, when the country voted against independence.
The Smith Commission, after a month of talks between British political parties, has recommended that Scotland be given further powers. Speaking on Thursday, Lord Smith of Kelvin, head of the Commission, urged for Scotland to have responsibility for an estimated £14 billion of income tax and welfare benefits, the Guardian reports.
The British government welcomed the report, but Scottish ministers said it was disappointing and fell far short of promises made during the referendum campaign.
More constitutional change in the United Kingdom is expected over the coming years, allowing for more devolution within England and Wales.
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[Guardian]
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