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What was Donald Dewar's role in the UK government from 1997 to 1999?

  • Chancellor of the Exchequer

  • Home Secretary

  • Foreign Secretary

  • Secretary of State for Scotland

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Donald Dewar served as Secretary of State for Scotland from 1997 to 1999. This role involved overseeing Scottish affairs within the UK government, including policy development and implementation in areas such as education, health, and economic development. Dewar played a key role in the devolution of powers to Scotland, which culminated in the establishment of the Scottish Parliament in 1999.
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