When is the King's Speech? Charles III to outline government policies
First King's Speech in 70 years set to open Parliament today
www.standard.co.ukHere’s the latest on King Charles’s Speech timing.
- The King's Speech is scheduled for May 13, 2026, with the appearance expected in the morning hours (around 11:30 am local time) as part of the State Opening of Parliament. This timing has been reported by multiple outlets as the official date for unveiling the government’s legislative agenda.[3][6]
- If you want to watch, major UK broadcasters typically simulcast the speech on BBC with ITV/others carrying coverage as well; local in-paris viewing will depend on your channel access and streaming options (BBC iPlayer, ITV Hub, etc.).[4][3]
- For a quick check on any last-minute adjustments to prorogation or schedule, outlets like GB News and the Evening Standard have published updates noting the May 13 date and the surrounding parliamentary timetable.[1][6]
Illustration: A simple timeline
- May 7: Local elections (contextual backdrop)
- May 13, 11:30 am: King Charles delivers the Speech in Parliament
- Following days: Debates and Humble Address vote in the Commons
If you’d like, I can pull a concise, up-to-date watch guide for Paris time zones and give you streaming options available in France.