What is The Crown Estate and how is the government reforming it? July 18, 2024 In his King's Speech, King Charles announced changes to the Crown Estate. What is the arcane entity, and how is it changing?
Let’s be honest – the King’s Speech was full of empty symbolism July 18, 2024 The pomp and ceremony of the state opening of parliament is one thing, but hollow gestures are not a good basis for policy making, says Matthew Lesh The pomp and ceremony returned to Westminster yesterday. A real-life King arrived at Parliament in a horse-drawn carriage and sat on a throne. Several dozen people were wearing [...]
King’s Speech: Labour to legislate OBR fiscal lock to boost ‘market credibility’ July 17, 2024 Labour will legislate for a fiscal lock to require the OBR to provide an independent assessment of any major tax and spending plans.
OBR, workers rights and planning: What to watch out for in the King’s Speech? July 16, 2024 Labour will set out their programme for government on Wednesday, when King Charles will deliver the King’s Speech as part of the state opening of Parliament.
King’s birthday honours: London Stock Exchange boss among business leaders recognised June 14, 2024 The boss of the London Stock Exchange, Julia Hoggett, has been made a dame today in a list of over 1000 “change makers and innovators” to receive gongs in the King’s birthday honours list.
Cash is King: New banknotes of King Charles III enter circulation, but it may be a while before you see one June 5, 2024 Banknotes carrying a portrait of King Charles III will be issued for the first time, but with a move towards a cashless society, it may be some time before you see the note in person