The Queen’s Speech 2013 took place at 11.30am on 8 May 2013. Read the speech and background briefing notes.

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Queen's Speech 2013: overview

The Queen’s Speech 2013 included announcements about immigration, pensions, caring, consumer rights and strengthening economic growth.
Queen's Speech. Credit: Press Association

The Queen’s Speech 2013

HM The Queen addressed Parliament about the legislative programme for government.
Queen's Speech. Credit: Press Association

The Queen’s Speech 2013: background briefing notes

Briefing notes on each of the announcements in the Queen’s Speech 2013.
Beefeaters in Lords. Credit: Press Association

Queen's Speech

The Queen’s Speech takes place at the start of each Parliamentary session and forms the central part of the State Opening of Parliament.
Queen Elizabeth II. Crown copyright

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