Opening of Parliament

The Opening of Parliament is a formal ceremony marking the start of a new parliamentary session. It typically involves the government’s head (such as the monarch or president) delivering a speech outlining the government's planned legislative agenda. The event includes symbolic rituals, such as the State Opening in the UK with the Queen’s Speech, and is an opportunity for elected representatives to reconvene, discuss national priorities, and set legislative direction for the coming period. It emphasizes the ongoing functioning of parliamentary democracy and the importance of parliamentary oversight of government activities.