the Scotland Office
/ðə ˈskɒtlənd ɒfɪs/
/ðə ˈskɑːtlənd ɑːfɪs/
- a British government department responsible for matters outside the control of the Scottish Parliament, including employment, foreign affairs and defence. It is led by the Secretary of State for Scotland.
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