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Watch: UK Parliament revives centuries-old ritual before King’s Speech

Black Rod was symbolically denied entry to the House of Commons during the ceremonial opening of the UK Parliament ahead of King Charles III’s speech.

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What is the king’s speech and what is the state opening of parliament?

Ceremonial event marks start of new parliamentary year, and outlines government policies and proposed legislation

The Guardian - UK

King’s Speech: The full text of Charles’ address in the House of Lords

Charles has set out the Government’s priorities for the year ahead

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How Keir Starmer could be replaced as UK prime minister after discontent rises in his own party

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under pressure to resign following Labour's poor local election results. Dozens of party lawmakers are calling for his departure. Starmer remains defiant, but a leadership contest could be triggered. The process involves lawmaker support and party member votes. Potential successors are being discussed. Many…

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Dave Doogan to lead SNP at Westminster as Stephen Flynn steps down

Mr Doogan, the MP for Angus and Perthshire, said his election came at a ‘crucial time for Scotland’s future and our journey to independence’.

The Independent UK

Senior cabinet ministers and more than 70 MPs call for Keir Starmer’s resignation as speech fails to quell rebellion – as it happened

Home secretary Shabana Mahmood reported to be among those who have told the PM to consider his position.

The Guardian - UK

A democracy or a republic? History shows that some Americans are asking the wrong question

As the nation observes its 250th birthday, historians can help settle one present-day dispute: Is the United States a democracy or a republic?

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Farage’s attempt to get ahead of £5m gift story only raises more questions

Reform leader went public after approach from Guardian, but does his claim stack up that money was for his security?

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Nigel Farage referred to standards watchdog over undeclared £5m gift 'for security after firebomb attack'

The Reform UK leader claimed he received the seven-figure sum from a crypto investor to boost his security and that his home was firebombed

Evening Standard

Nigel Farage referred to standards watchdog over failure to declare £5m gift

The Reform UK leader revealed he had received a seven-figure sum from a crypto investor to boost his security and that his home was firebombed.

The Independent UK

Fresh breakthrough in plans to curb social media for under-16s in UK as peers end stand-off with MPs

Peers stood down on Tuesday after ministers announced they would impose social media restrictions for young people regardless of the outcome of the current consultation

The Independent UK

Anas Sarwar challenged to order MPs to back inquiry into PM

MPs will vote on whether the Privileges Committee should carry out an inquiry into Sir Keir Starmer.

Evening Standard

UK House of Lords accused of 'obstructionism' as time runs out on assisted dying bill

MPs in the House of Commons had backed legalising euthanasia for adults who have been given less than six months to live and can clearly express a wish to die, in a historic vote last June.

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Prime ministers have always faced political scandals – so why can’t they weather them now?

UK prime ministers today are about as secure in their jobs as football managers. In the nearly three decades between 1979 and 2005, Britain had just three prime ministers: Margaret Thatcher, John Major and Tony Blair. From 2005-2015, we again had three: Blair, Gordon Brown and David Cameron.

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The Independent UK

Bill to allow assisted dying in England and Wales is set to fall as parliamentary time runs out

A proposed bill to allow terminally ill adults in England and Wales to choose to end their lives is set to fall Friday as parliamentary time runs out

The Independent UK

The assisted dying Bill has run out of time – but could still become law. Here’s how

More than 1,200 suggested changes were tabled in the Lords to the Bill

The Guardian - UK

‘Not democratic’: opponents and backers of assisted dying bill remain divided

Recriminations continue over failure to bring in new laws allowing assisted dying for terminally ill people in England and Wales

International Business Times UK

Did Andrew Force a Royal Procession for Princess Eugenie? Inside Ex-Prince's Alleged Wedding Demand

Prince Andrew's demand for a grand wedding for Princess Eugenie in 2018 sparked public backlash over taxpayer expenses, with a petition urging the royal family to cover the costs.

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Watch in full: Starmer faces more backlash from MPs over Mandelson vetting scandal at PMQs

Sir Keir Starmer faced a grilling in the House of Commons at Prime Minister's Questions on Wednesday (22 April) amid the ongoing fallout over the vetting of Lord Peter Mandelson.

International Business Times UK

Revised Labour Pension Plan Blocked as Pension Power Grab Over Workers' Retirement Savings Deepens

Labour pension plan blocked again. The UK government's attempt to expand control over private pension funds faces another setback as the House of Lords blocks a key measure in the Pension Schemes Bill.

The Independent UK

Inquiry launched into Peter Mandelson vetting leak, says Downing Street

A government inquiry has been launched into the leak of information concerning Lord Peter Mandelson’s security vetting. The leaked details, which originated from a Cabinet Office briefing to Number 10, were subsequently provided to The Guardian newspaper. Darren Jones, Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister, confirmed the leak inquiry in…

The Conversation

Mark Carney’s new majority government should spark renewed calls for electoral reform

Canadians have never before seen a minority government become a majority government through a combination of floor crossing and byelections.

The Guardian - UK

How safe is Starmer’s premiership after his Mandelson vetting statement to MPs?

Despite his explanation and the need for political stability, the PM is still unpopular – and Olly Robbins has yet to give his side of the story

The Independent UK

Two MPs ejected from Commons for accusing Starmer of ‘lying’ over Mandelson appointment

Lee Anderson and Zarah Sultana were both ordered to leave the chamber by Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle

Evening Standard

Two MPs ejected from Commons for accusing Keir Starmer of ‘lying’ over Mandelson

Lee Anderson and Zarah Sultana were both ordered to leave the chamber by Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle.

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