The ceremonial occasion marks the formal beginning of the parliamentary year at a time of peril for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer as he faces growing calls to resign.

placeholder image — The ceremonial occasion marks the formal beginning of the parliamentary year at a time of peril for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer as he faces growing calls to resign.

In Pictures: Pomp, pageantry and political intrigue at opening of Parliament

By Staff reporter

Published 13th May 2026, 12:36 GMT

Updated 13th May 2026, 12:55 GMT

The King set out the Government’s priorities for the coming months in the speech which was watched by MPs and peers.

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The King set out the Government’s priorities for the coming months in the speech which was watched by MPs and peers.

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