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UK Politics Live: King's State Opening of Parliament and Labour Leadership Tensions

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The King's state opening of Parliament sets out the government's legislative programme, while Labour faces internal turmoil as Keir Starmer meets Wes Streeting amid potential leadership challenge, with a decision expected by tomorrow.

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