Devolution
Devolution noun - A change to a lower state or level.
Home rule and devolution are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Home rule" instead a noun "Devolution".
Home rule
Home rule noun - Self-government in local matters by a city or county that is part of a national government.
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Synonyms for Home rule
Devolution and home rule are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Devolution" instead a noun phrase "Home rule".
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Campaigned for Home Rule, a precursor of the current devolution situation.
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