Watch live: the State Opening of Parliament | BSL interpreted

The King will open Parliament today, accompanied by The Queen. State Opening marks the formal start of Parliament’s working year and The King’s Speech sets out the government’s agenda for the coming session, outlining proposed policies and legislation. It is the only regular occasion when the three parts of Parliament – the Sovereign, the House of Lords and the House of Commons – meet. Find out more Catch-up on House of Lords business: Watch live events: Read the latest news: Stay up to date with the House of Lords on social media: • Twitter: • Instagram: • Facebook: • Flickr: • LinkedIn: • Threads: @UKHouseOfLords #HouseOfLords #UKParliament #StateOpening