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Watch: UK Parliament revives centuries-old ritual before King’s Speech

Euronews · May 13, 2026, 1:03 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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Black Rod was symbolically denied entry to the House of Commons during the ceremonial opening of the UK Parliament ahead of King Charles III’s speech.

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