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The 2026 session of Parliament opens this morning with Governor-General Sir Rodney Williams<\/strong> delivering the Speech from the Throne<\/strong> at 9:30 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>

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The ceremony will outline the government\u2019s legislative agenda for the new parliamentary year, including key policy measures expected to be introduced in the coming months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant<\/strong> confirmed recently that the session will precede Budget Day on December 4<\/strong>, which will set out the government\u2019s fiscal and development priorities for 2026.<\/p>

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The Speech from the Throne traditionally sets the tone for the legislative year, presenting the government\u2019s plans for social, economic, and infrastructural advancement.<\/p>

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