25 October 2009

State Opening of UK Parliament

The State Opening of Parliament takes place on Wednesday 18 November 2009. Dating back to Medieval London, this ceremony marks the beginning of a new session of Parliament and allows the Government to announce its programme for that session. The ceremony features peers and bishops in traditional robes and a royal procession involving the State Coach.

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Further learning links

What is Parliament?

What is the difference between Parliament and Government?

http://www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/customs/royal.html

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