- King Charles III has delivered his third King's Speech, marking the 2026 state opening of parliament and outlining the Government's legislative plans for the year ahead.
- A total of 35 bills were announced, covering diverse areas such as national security, defence, housing, and business.
- Key legislative proposals include a European Partnership Bill to align certain UK laws with the EU and reforms to the House of Lords, including powers to remove peers.
- Housing reforms feature a Social Housing Renewal Bill and a Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill, aiming to cap ground rents and ban new leasehold flats.
- Other significant confirmations include the introduction of a digital ID and the long-awaited Hillsborough Law.
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