This morning, His Majesty King Charles III delivered his first King's Speech, setting out the action and legislation the Government will take forward over the next Parliamentary session.
This includes important changes such as:
- 'Life means life' for the most serious offenders
- Action to further reduce inflation
- A fairer deal for renters and more certainty for landlords
- Negotiating more trade deals around the world
- Delivering jobs and growth
- Investing in our gallant Armed Forces
- Supporting our veterans to whom so much is owed
Commenting, Leo said: "The King has set out a series of important bills which will have a real and tangible impact on people's lives, from making our streets safer to homes more secure.
"Boosting the economy is also at the heart of the Government's plan, both by creating more jobs and driving growth, whilst simultaneously tackling inflation."
You can read the full transcript of the King's Speech here:
https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/the-kings-speech-2023