Kings Speech: Starmer Pushes the Bill Button

Published: July 17, 2024, 7 p.m.

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Today, we look at what was in Labour\\u2019s first King\\u2019s Speech.

Chris joins Adam after King Charles III set out the government's proposed laws at the State Opening of Parliament. They included plans for growth, the nationalisation of railways, and planning reform. We also look at what wasn\\u2019t included.

Adam also speaks to Labour\\u2019s Lucy Powell, now Leader of the House of Commons, whose job it is to make sure the plans become law.

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