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National Assembly for Wales (disambiguation for context)

The National Assembly for Wales was the devolved legislative body established in 1999, responsible for making decisions on issues such as health, education, and transportation within Wales. It was later renamed the Senedd Cymru or Welsh Parliament in 2020, reflecting its status as the primary lawmaking institution for Wales. The body operates independently from the UK Parliament in Westminster, although they work together on some matters. It consists of elected Members of the Senedd (MSs) who debate and pass laws specific to Wales, providing the region with its own legislative authority and a voice in governing its affairs.