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Keir Starmer is facing mounting pressure over this year’s King’s Speech, with critics accusing him of dragging King Charles into a full-blown political crisis. The historic State Opening of Parliament — one of the grandest events in the constitutional calendar — comes as Sir Keir battles for his political survival following disastrous local election losses, internal Labour unrest and claims his authority is rapidly collapsing.

Opponents have branded the ceremony “tone deaf”, arguing the traditional pomp and pageantry clash with the reality of a Government engulfed in chaos. Critics say the Prime Minister should have postponed the event rather than proceed while facing growing calls to resign from within his own party. Senior Labour figures including Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting have reportedly been discussed as possible successors as speculation swirls around Sir Keir’s future.

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The backlash intensified after Sir Keir’s recent “reset” speech was criticised as lacking bold ideas to tackle Britain’s worsening cost of living pressures and struggling public services. Former minister Jess Phillips also quit the Cabinet, warning Labour needed to “have a row” and reconnect with voters.

Some commentators have gone further, claiming the King’s Speech risks becoming a wasted constitutional moment because Sir Keir may lack the authority to deliver the laws and policies announced by the monarch.

Despite the turmoil, Downing Street confirmed the ceremony would proceed as planned, with the King delivering the Government’s legislative agenda in the House of Lords surrounded by centuries-old royal tradition.

But many believe the spectacle has now been overshadowed by political instability.