Why do they need the queen to open parliment?don't they have sense enough to open it themselves?

Question

Why do they need the queen to open parliment?don't they have sense enough to open it themselves?

Answer 1

O n ly the monarch can call together a parliament for

the transaction of business. This is why the UK legislature

is often described formally as ‘The Queen in Parliament’.

The Opening is usually done by the monarch in person. If

the monarch does not attend, the Speech is read by the

Lord Chancellor. The Speech, written by the Government,

is read out from the Throne in the House of Lords

Chamber. Until the Speech is made, neither House can

conduct any business.

Answer 2

She knows where the key is

Answer 3

Tradition, my friend.  Tradition.

Answer 4

Her Majesty's Government of Ministers needs her permission to form a government.

Came about through enforced delegation of powers...to a democratic mandate.

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