Why were some powers devolved from the central government to give to the people in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland?

• To take authority from them
• To give more control to them on all matters
• To make sure they have a say in the government
• To give them more control on matters that directly affect them
  Explanation:

  "Since 1997, some powers have been devolved from the central government to give people in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland more control over matters that directly affect them."