In pictures: The gold, grandeur, and tradition of the King's Speech
Wednesday, 17 July 2024 The King's Speech marks the formal start of the parliamentary calendar, bringing together the monarchy, the House of Lords and the House of Commons for a ceremony filled with rituals dating back more than 500 years.
Sue Gray, Sir Keir Starmerβs former chief of staff, took her seat in the House of Lords on Tuesday. Ms Gray was sworn in as Baroness Gray of Tottenham just months after departing her government role. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The Assisted Dying Bill currently being scrutinised by MPs will no longer require patients to receive the direct sign-off of a high court judge before they die. Shadow minister Matt Vickers - who opposed the bill in the House of Commons vote - said the decision is "a huge concern". Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
MPs in the House of Commons have voted to reject a Conservative Party amendment calling for a national inquiry on grooming gangs. The motion was rejected by 364 votes to 111, a majority of 253. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Wednesday, 17 July 2024
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