Westminster was full of pomp and pageantry on Wednesday as the State Opening of Parliament and the King’s Speech took place after days of Labour infighting and intrigue.
The ceremonial occasion marks the formal beginning of the parliamentary year at a time of peril for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer as he faces growing calls to resign.
It was a gloomy day in London as some of the key protagonists headed to Parliament.
The King set out the Government’s priorities for the coming months in the speech which was watched by MPs and peers.
After delivering the speech, Charles left the Lords with Camilla to return to Buckingham Palace.
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