Posted 11/7/2023, 1:52:30 PM
King Charles III Delivers Conservative Government's Law and Order Focused Legislative Agenda in First King's Speech Since Queen's Passing
- Tougher sentences for serious crimes in new government policy slate
- Promises of economic growth in Conservative government's plan
- King Charles III delivers speech written by PM Rishi Sunak's government
- Opposition says speech lacks measures to boost sluggish economy
- Likely the last King's Speech before the next election
- Tributes paid to late Queen Elizabeth II at the first King's Speech since 1951
- Strong focus on law and order where Conservatives have an edge
- Modest slate of 21 bills across various areas like soccer and pedicabs
- Plans to continue watering down of environmental measures started under Sunak