Queen Elizabeth II reads a speech to Parliament that sets out the government 's agenda . A series of legal appeals have kept the Jordanian national in the country . The prime minister is usually in charge of foreign policy, and has overall responsibility for all aspects of British life outside Britain. Steps to strengthen the economy are also a priority , the speech says . The government will continue to press for Scotland to stay within the United Kingdom .
Queen Elizabeth II reads a speech to Parliament that sets out the government 's agenda . The prime minister is usually in charge of foreign policy, and has overall responsibility for all aspects of British life outside Britain. Steps to strengthen the economy are also a priority , the speech says . The government will continue to press for Scotland to stay within the United Kingdom .