King’s Speech: Starmer Pushes the Bill Button
Labour’s plans are set out by the King
July 17, 2024
38 min
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July 17, 2024
King’s Speech: Starmer Pushes the Bill Button
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<p>Today, we look at what was in Labour’s first King’s Speech.</p><p>Chris joins Adam after King Charles III set out the government's proposed laws at the State Opening of Parliament. They included plans for growth, the nationalisation of railways, and planning reform. We also look at what wasn’t included.</p><p>Adam also speaks to Labour’s Lucy Powell, now Leader of the House of Commons, whose job it is to make sure the plans become law.</p><p>You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere</p><p>Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Gemma Roper and Sam McLaren. The technical producer was Gareth Jones. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.</p>
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