Commons - Main Chamber
The State Opening of Parliament is a ceremonial event marking the formal start of a new Parliamentary session. The monarch outlines the government's legislative agenda through the Queen's (or King's) Speech, setting out the bills and priorities the government intends to pursue over the coming year.
This is a constitutional ceremony of national importance that formally commences Parliamentary business. It signals the government's policy direction and legislative priorities to Parliament, the media, and the public, and sets the tone for the year ahead. All MPs and peers are required to attend, making it one of the most significant days in the Parliamentary calendar.
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Upcoming on related topics
- Oral questions10 Jun 2026— Scotland
Scotland
Other - Oral evidence9 Jun 2026
Modernisation Committee: Backbench Business Committee and Petitions Committee Debates
Other - Adjournment21 May 2026
Imprisonment of Craig and Lindsay Foreman in Iran
Other - Business Statement21 May 2026
Business Questions to the Leader of the House
Other - Debate on the Address18 May 2026
Continuation of the debate on the King’s Speech on backing business to create economic growth
Other - Ministerial statement14 May 2026
Dillon Judgment
Other
Past on related topics
- Ten Minute Rule Motion5 May 2026
That leave be given to bring in a Bill under SO No. 23 [details to be provided]
Other - Consideration of Lords message30 Apr 2026
If necessary, Consideration of Lords messages
Other - Ten Minute Rule Motion29 Apr 2026
In-Person Banking Services
Other - Prorogation29 Apr 2026
A Royal Commission is expected: any business scheduled after it has been received will not be proceeded with The Speaker will not adjourn the House until a Message has been received from the Lords Commissioners (if the Business of the House (Today) motion is agreed to).
Other - Motion29 Apr 2026
Business of the House (Today)
Other - Ten Minute Rule Motion28 Apr 2026
Local Area Energy Plans
Other