The King’s Speech is scheduled for May 13, 2026, and is expected to begin in the late morning (around 11:30–11:45am local time) as part of the State Opening of Parliament. It will outline the government’s legislative agenda for the new session, with debates and a following Humble Address in the Commons.[3][6]
Key takeaways:
- Date: May 13, 2026. Sources confirm the timing and the event context around the State Opening.[6][3]
- Start time: approximately 11:30am local time, though exact start can vary slightly due to ceremonial proceedings.[3]
- Coverage: broadcasters typically simulcast the speech on major channels (BBC, ITV, Sky News) and stream via BBC platforms for UK viewers, with international access depending on platform and region.[4][3]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest UK TV listings for May 13 or provide a short watch guide (channels, runtimes, and suggested commentary highlights) tailored to a London viewer.
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