Join us on CSS Breakdown: Book by Book, Season 6, Episode 32, as we unpack Chapter 32 of Norman Lowe’s 'Mastering Modern British History (Fourth Edition)'. This episode delves into the complex and often contentious relationships between England and the other constituent parts of the United Kingdom: Ireland, Scotland, and Wales, from the early 20th century onwards. We will explore the distinct characteristics and historical trajectories of their nationalist movements, from Ireland's strong push for independence and the subsequent deep-seated conflicts in Northern Ireland, to Scotland's evolving quest for self-government influenced by economic factors and North Sea oil, and Wales's enduring focus on cultural and linguistic identity. A key concept we'll explore is the differing paths and reasons why these regions sought or achieved devolved powers, examining why, despite decades of advocacy, separate parliaments for Scotland and Wales were not established until late in the 20th century, and the long, arduous road to peace and power-sharing in Northern Ireland.