devolution

[ UK /dɪvəlˈuːʃən/ ]
[ US /ˌdɛvəˈɫuʃən/ ]

NOUN

the process of declining from a higher to a lower level of effective power or vitality or essential quality
the delegation of authority (especially from a central to a regional government)

How To Use devolution In A Sentence

For Scottish criminal cases the court can be used only when cases relate to "devolution matters", a term covering the legislative competence of the Scottish Parliament in dealing with human rights issues. WalesOnline - Home
For Scottish criminal cases, the court can be used only when the case relates to "devolution matters", a term covering the legislative competence of the Scottish Parliament in dealing with human rights issues. Evening Standard - Home
Rather, it invites ridicule, contempt and cynicism towards the whole devolution project.
No one in either country has voted for more asymmetric devolution. Times, Sunday Times
We have heard quite specifically that there will be further devolution for those that have not got it.
Legitimation for such delegated enforcement was usually sought through schemes for participation, such as industrial democracy, regional devolution or community action.
Felix, though an offshoot from a far more recent point in the devolution of theology than his father, was less self-sacrificing and disinterested.
If a measure of devolution is good enough for the Scots, Welsh and Londoners, then it's good enough for us as well.
Also a coincidence is the moving of devolution-friendly Huw Irranca from the Welsh Office to DEFRA. Archive 2008-10-01
The devolution of political power to Scotland, and to a lesser extent to Wales, has changed the political landscape.