devolutionary
Devolutionary is an adjective used to describe matters related to devolution—the transfer of authority from a central government to regional or local authorities, or more generally the diffusion of power away from a central authority. In political discourse it can refer to reform agendas, policies, or governance arrangements that promote decentralization, autonomy for subnational units, or greater local decision-making.
Etymology and usage: from devolve + -tion + -ary. It is less common in everyday language than devolution
Contexts and examples: Examples include the devolution of powers to Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland in
Critique and nuance: Advocates argue devolutionary arrangements can bring government closer to the people, tailor policies