King’s speech sets out plans for economy, immigration and national security
The King’s Speech was supposed to mute the fevered speculation about Keir Starmer’s survival – but manoeuvres to unseat him as Prime Minister continued in Parliament’s corridors today.
On the surface, it appeared to be convention as usual, as King Charles set out the government’s agenda for the next year.
Nearly 40 legislative bills were announced – among them, plans to kickstart the economy – with the nationalisation of British steel, new deals with the EU, and on immigration, laws will make it harder for migrants to gain settled status.
Also mentioned was NHS reform amid expectations now that the Health Secretary won’t be in place long enough to deliver it. Allies of Wes Streeting say he could launch a leadership bid as soon as tomorrow.
