King Charles Outlines Government Agenda in State Opening

0:00On March 25, King Charles will deliver the government's legislative agenda during the state opening of Parliament on May 13. Sources close to the planning say, the date is now firm, though changes could still happen at the last minute. This speech outlines the bills proposed by Prime Minister Kierstarmer's administration. The timing puts the event just six days after local elections on May 7. Parliament will wrap up its current session with pro-ogation during the week of April 27, aiming for April 29th. Officials might push that back to May 5th, if needed. These votes after the King's speech serve as a key test of confidence in the government. The session has run nearly two years under Starmer's leadership, and closing it smoothly sets the stage for fresh business. Challenges in the House of Lords are holding things up, especially the pension schemes bill where ministers face several defeats. The public office accountability bill, which pushes a duty of candor for public bodies, looks set to spill into the next session amid ongoing talks.

1:00Government teams are juggling the push to end this Parliament with getting Lords approval on tough measures, so the full schedule stays flexible for. Now, you've been listening to entertainment and celebrity news today. AI-powered pop culture coverage.