Westminster will be awash with pomp and ceremony today as parliament hosts the King's Speech. But what will the day involve and how will it play out? And what plans for the country's future are likely to be unveiled? Read on to find out all you need to know. What is the King's Speech? While a parliament - meaning the period of time between general elections - can last for up to five years, a new parliamentary session is normally launched annually. It gives the government of the day a chance to outline its legislative plans for the year ahead....