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King Charles opens parliament in a crisis

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King Charles III opened the British parliament. This event is called State Opening. The King rode in a carriage. He wore a crown and a fancy coat. He gave a speech in the Upper House. This speech is called King's Speech.

The government writes the text for this speech. The King reads the plans of the government. He stays neutral. Charles spoke about new social reform laws. He wants better ties with the European Union. He wants to spend more money on transport.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer listened to the speech. His situation is very hard now. His party lost many votes in elections. 4 ministers already quit their jobs. 80 members want his resignation. Many people wait for next Thursday.

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Definitions

State Opening
This is the festive opening of parliament in Great Britain. The King meets the members of parliament.
King's Speech
This is the speech by the King. He reads the government plans for next year.
Upper House
This is part of the British parliament. People there are often noble or bishops.
Social reform
These are changes to laws about helping people. For example help for sick or jobless people.

People

Charles III.
He is the King of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Keir Starmer
He is the Prime Minister of Great Britain.
Wes Streeting
He is the health minister of the British government.

Locations

London
London is the capital city of Great Britain.

Sources

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Zeit

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