Great Britain: Queen's speech opens Parliament
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Queen Elizabeth II presented a speech written by the Conservative Party that detailed the party's goals for the new legislative session. The goals listed in the speech were the first topic of debate between Tories and Labor Party members, particularly the proposed Broadcasting Bill.
Publication Name: Facts on File
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0014-6641
Year: 1995
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Government loses pay-disclosure vote
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Parliament passed a measure requiring members to disclose their earnings from consulting jobs. UK Prime Minister John Major opposed the measure. The House of Commons also passed a group of ethics laws for Parliament.
Publication Name: Facts on File
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0014-6641
Year: 1995
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