Published 2 years ago

Queen won't be attending state opening of Parliament

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The 96-year-old monarch has mobility problems and has had to cancel a number of recent public appearances. Prince Charles will deliver the speech on Tuesday for the Queen. The State Opening of Parliament marks the start of the parliamentary year. The Queen's Speech sets out the agenda of the government and the laws it wants to introduce.

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Times of India

Queen delegates opening of Parliament for first time - Times of India

UK News: LONDON: Queen Elizabeth II’s long reign entered new territory Tuesday when the 96-year-old monarch delegated the formal opening of Parliament to her s.

2 years ago·India

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BBC News

Queen hands over to Charles and William for State Opening

It will be the first time she has missed the event since 1963, with Prince Charles delivering her speech.

2 years ago·United Kingdom

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News18 India

Queen Elizabeth II Misses UK Parliament Opening for First Time Since 1963

The 96-year-old monarch usually presides over the pomp-filled event and reads out her government's legislative programme from a gilded throne in the House of Lords

2 years ago·India

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The Guardian

Queen to miss state opening of parliament, says Buckingham Palace

Monarch, who is experiencing mobility issues, will not read Queen’s speech for only third time in her reign

2 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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CTV News

Queen won't attend U.K. Parliament opening due to mobility issues

Queen Elizabeth II will not attend the opening of Parliament on Tuesday for the first time in nearly 60 years, as she struggles with difficulties in getting around.

2 years ago·Canada

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