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UK Parliament

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The King's Speech is handed over by the Lord Chancellor, David Lammy MP. It is written by the government and outlines plans for the next Parliamentary session.

Tonight, Parliament will join landmarks across the world taking part in Earth Hour 2026 🌍 All non-essential lights will be switched off from 8:30pm to 9:30pm to raise awareness of environmental issues.

From 20:30 to 21:30, Parliament will join landmarks across the world taking part in #EarthHour 2023. 🌍 All non-essential internal and external lights will be switched off, to raise awareness about the need for action on climate change.

Have you ever been inside the House of Commons Chamber?

President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier will visit Parliament today to address members of both Houses in the Royal Gallery of the House of Lords.

As Big Ben strikes at 12 midday today, a national two-minute silence will begin to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. #VJDay80

Happy #StPatricksDay ☘️ You can spot shamrocks in the windows of Westminster Hall and the tiles of the Central Lobby.

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Since the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605, the cellars have traditionally been searched before the State Opening of Parliament 🔦 🏰

The King's Speech concludes with the words: “Other measures will be laid before you”, a phrase used to give the government flexibility to introduce other bills (draft laws) during the session.

We welcomed President Volodymyr Zelenskyy back to Parliament this week, where he updated the Speakers and Members of both Houses on the situation in Ukraine.

Volume UP 📢 Step inside the State Opening of Parliament, where every detail has a sound 👑 🚪 🐎

This is the crown cloth. During the State Opening of Parliament, the King wears the Imperial State Crown. Before the King's arrival, the crown is displayed in the Royal Gallery sitting upon this cloth. 👑

Black Rod is sent to the UK House of Commons to summon MPs to listen to the King's Speech in the House of Lords.

Their Majesties the King and Queen arrive in the House of Lords for State Opening.

UK Parliament Week 2025 is here. 🎉 This year’s theme, UK Parliament: step-by-step, explores how Parliament works and why it matters. Sign up for your free digital kit: #UKPW

Lest we forget 🌺 📸 Imperial War Museums

It’s 100 years of Big Ben’s bongs being broadcast by the BBC to celebrate #NewYearsEve🔔 🎆 But how did it all begin?

To mark #VE80, the Elizabeth Tower was lit up with projections in collaboration with the Imperial War Museums - depicting celebrations from 1945.

For the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, the Elizabeth Tower was lit last night with scenes of gatherings across the Commonwealth in 1945 marking the end of the Second World War. #VJ80

Today, President of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, addressed Members of both Houses during an official state visit to UK Parliament. President Steinmeier and First Lady Elke Büdenbende were welcomed by the Speakers of @ukhouseofcommons and @ukhouseoflords.

What's buried under Peers' Car Park? 🚗

Don't forget! ⏰

Take a look at Parliament behind the scenes 🏛️ Alongside publishing the report with recommendations for restoring and renewing the home of Parliament, co-Chair of the Board, Judith Cummins MP explains why preserving this UNESCO World Heritage Site for future generations matters.

Parliament is full of red and green, and not just because it’s Christmas. The colours hold special significance for the UK House of Commons and House of Lords

POV: you’ve been hiding under the Palace of Westminster for hundreds of years. See what we uncovered during recent surveys of the Palace as we prepare for its restoration.

On this day in 1978, MPs debated allowing video cameras in the House of Commons for the first time. 📅