Speech from the Throne Opens New Parliament
The House of Commons and the House of Lords convened for the Speech from the Throne after a pause caused by crowding in the lobbies. The Speaker adjourned briefly to swear in members, including Wilberforce and Palmerston, as the king’s address outlined economy, civil government funding, and vigilance against disorders.
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House of Lords
Srzaren
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Lord Palmerston
Jocelyn
James Macintosh
W. Part
Irelad
Sir Edward Knatchbull
Unanimous Address Marks New Reign in Commons
Members pledge unanimous support for the Throne and the new reign. They praise the late monarch, affirm relations with foreign powers, and back economy focused on civil list reform and restrained military funding amid distress.
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House of Commons
Wilmot
House Deliberations on Resolutions Advised for May Fourth
Members debate timing for reporting and studying Resolutions. Tierney presses for an intervening day, Brougham recalls past pledges on Civil List reforms, and the Chancellor signals discussion likely on May fourth with adjournment.
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Royal Revenue
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Perceval
Fnter
Speech on the Throne Opens a New Session in Lords
The Lords hear the King's Speech as MPs enter under guard. Lord Granville, amid personal embarrassment, moves an address urging unity and respect for the constitution, warning against sedition and radical reforms influenced by France. He notes wartime strains, postwar unemployment, and the spread of education as double edged.
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