The Queen’s Speech: Reactions from the railway industry
By Ilaria Grasso Macola
12 May 2021
(Last Updated May 12th, 2021 14:58)
The Queen opened the new parliamentary session on 11 May, with her speech highlighting the government’s proposals for the year ahead. Focusing on the economic recovery post-pandemic, the Queen’s Speech put connectivity, rail and the environment at the centre of the government’s agenda. Rail industry stakeholders offered their reactions.
Queen Elizabeth arrives in her horse drawn carriage for the State Opening of Parliament at the Palace of Westminster in London.
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On Tuesday, Queen Elizabeth II delivered a 10-minute speech to the UK as part of the State Opening of Parliament ceremony, which set outs the new parliamentary year.