Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAlbert TothWednesday 13 May 2026 12:34 BSTKing Charles warns of 'dangerous and volatile world'King Charles III has delivered his third King's Speech, marking the 2026 state opening of parliament and outlining the Government's legislative plans for the year ahead.A total of 35 bills were announced, covering diverse areas such as national security, defence, housing, and business.Key legislative proposals include a European Partnership Bill to align certain UK laws with the EU and reforms to the House of Lords, including powers to remove peers.Housing reforms feature a Social Housing Renewal Bill and a Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill, aiming to cap ground rents and ban new leasehold flats.Other significant confirmations include the introduction of a digital ID and the long-awaited Hillsborough Law.In fullKing’s Speech 2026: Key points from Charles’ address amid Starmer leadership crisisThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in