MPs worried 'language mafia' resentment almost sabotaged birth of Welsh Assembly Newly released documents show 'YES' campaigners blamed 'jobs for the boys' allegations for the underwhelming outcome of the 1997 devolution referendum 00:13, 20 JUL 2021 The Senedd Building nears completion in Cardiff Bay - it was opened by the Queen on St David's Day, 2006 (Image: David Davies/PA Wire) Sign up to our free newsletter for the top North Wales stories sent straight to your e-mail Invalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try again later. Sign up now! We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time.More info