Do you support the proposed legislation outlined in King's Speech - vote in poll
King Charles announced the Tory Government's proposed legislation today (November 7) at the State Opening of Parliament - and we want to know what you think of the plans.
The monarch opened Parliament for the first time as King, marking the start of the parliamentary year. As part of the occasion, Charles read out the Government's agenda for the coming session, outlining proposed policies.
It brought together the three constituent parts of Parliament - the Sovereign, the House of Lords and the House of Commons. Despite being labelled the King’s Speech, Charles was not responsible for drawing up the list himself and read out what had been written for him by the Government.
The proposed legislation included the smoking ban - meaning the age people can buy cigarettes will rise by one year every year. Those born after January 2009 - so anyone who is 14 or younger at the moment - will never be allowed to purchase them.
Another proposal could grant judges extra powers to force criminals to attend their sentencing hearings. This comes as families of victims, including those of nurse Lucy Letby, say they have previously been denied the right to see justice done. Offenders who commit murders with sexual or sadistic motives also will spend the rest of their lives in prison, under the proposals.
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The plans will introduce a clampdown on stolen mobile phones, giving the police permission to search properties for stolen goods, such as mobile phones, without having to get a warrant from court. This means tracked apps, such as Find My iPhone, could be reasonable proof that stolen goods are inside a property.
Westminster also heard leasehold reform proposals, where all newly built homes in England and Wales will have to be sold as freehold properties to stop the scandal of rip-off charges. Flats will not be covered by the long-promised leasehold ban, which campaigners argue will not go far enough. However, existing leaseholders are expected to get more power to manage their building and service charges.
The Government also plans to introduce an independent body to govern the top five leagues of English football and ministers will be required to run a North Sea oil and gas licensing round every year. It will also prioritise motorists over reducing carbon emissions, meaning local councils will find it harder to introduce 20mph speed limits or clean-air schemes such as the ultra-low emission zone (Ulez) in Greater London.
The full list of proposals can be read HERE. Following the King's Speech, we want to know if you support the proposed legislation? Vote in our poll to have your say.
The Mirror will also be discussing the topic with you in the comments section below and you can join in! All you have to do is sign up, submit your comment, register your details and then you can take part.
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