In which year was the Scottish Parliament first established?
A Life in the UK Test practice question on key people, events and dates in British history. Here is the correct answer, why each option is right or wrong, and the background you need to remember it.
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A
1997
1997 is when the devolution referendum was held, not when Parliament was established.
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B
1998
1998 is too early; the Scottish Parliament was established in 1999.
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C
1999 ✓ Correct
1999 is the year the Scottish Parliament was first established.
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D
2000
2000 is after the Scottish Parliament was established in 1999.
The correct answer is C: 1999
1999 is the year the Scottish Parliament was first established.
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