These acts were significant because they not only merged parliaments and centralized a modern political power, but also set the stage for the development of a British identity and legal system. Furthermore, the two Union acts were motivated by a combination of political, economic, and security concerns, including the desire to stabilize the land and strengthen its security. The Acts of Union are still influenced today through the existence of devolved parliaments in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, the UK’s government structure, and the continuous conversations of independence. One example of this discussion relates to the question of Scottish independence and the status of Northern Ireland post Brexit. Overall, the Acts of Union laid the groundwork for the UK’s constitution and continue to bridge the gap between division and unity conversations towards England.