15 November 2006
Measures to deal with climate change and provide "strong, secure and stable" communities are at the centre of this year’s Queen’s Speech.
The Government plans to put victims at the heart of the criminal justice system and push ahead with the development of ID cards.
Among the 29 Bills revealed during the State Opening of Parliament today are proposals for greater powers for the immigration service and long-term reform of the pension system.
There will also be changes to further education, an improved child support system and measures to tackle road congestion and offer better public transport.
The Bills are designed to "reflect the priorities of the British people" and tackle the "big issues that will affect future generations".
Tony Blair said earlier this week that "extending opportunity and security in a changing world" underpin his future plans.
Key quotes from the Downing Street briefing
Introduction
"This is a Queen’s Speech for the aspiring majority, the law-abiding, the victims of crime, the vulnerable and for the benefit of future generations."
On climate change
"We have taken the lead on this domestically and internationally and will bring forward a bill to step up dramatically to our efforts to cut emissions."
Tackling anti-social behaviour
"The range of powers given to police, councils and communities will be extended to enable them to act more quickly against those premises used for anti-social behaviour, for example."
Improving public services
"The Bills announced today also in this Speech build on the progress in delivering a strong and stable economy and modernising and personalising our public services."
More about the Queen’s Speech
The Queen’s Speech takes place once a year and forms the central part of the State Opening of Parliament. It is delivered, by the Queen, in the House of Lords and then debated by both houses.
The content is written by the Government and approved by the Cabinet.
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