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    Queen's Speech 2017: What it means for UK tech

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    Matt Brian
    Matt Brian
    06.21.2017

    The General Election has been and gone, but questions remain regarding the suitability of Theresa May as Britain's premier. Nonetheless, as part of traditional ritual, MPs have once again descended upon the House of Lords for the reading of the Queen's Speech, where Her Majesty details the formal plan for the current government. Brexit and Britain's security were the banner announcements, but technology also played a key part, with driverless cars and spaceports the notable inclusions.

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    The Queen's Speech: What it means for technology

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    Nick Summers
    Nick Summers
    05.18.2016

    Another year, another Queen's Speech. In this hyper-traditional ritual, Her Royal Highness heads to the House of Lords to say a few words scripted by the current government. It is integral to the State Opening of Parliament, and lays out the general legislative agenda of the government for this year's session. The speech covers everything our leaders hope to achieve in the near future, so let's take a look at all the important tech-related to-dos.