LONDON May 27 (People's Daily Online)—— Today, the Queen gave speech to both Houses of Parliament at the State Opening of Parliament 2015.? ?The Queen unveiled the key measures put forward by the Conservatives which includes

an EU referendum, a ban on tax rises for low-income workers and handing over greater powers to Scotland.

She said:

"My government will legislate in the interests of everyone in our country. It will adopt a one nation approach, helping working people get on, supporting aspiration, giving new opportunities to the most disadvantaged and bringing different parts of our country together.

My government will continue with its long-term plan to provide economic stability and security at every stage of life. They will continue the work of bringing the public finances under control and reducing the deficit, so Britain lives within its means. Measures will be introduced to raise the productive potential of the economy and increase living standards."

The proposed legislation includes:

A ban on income tax, VAT and national insurance increases for five years

A freeze on working age benefits, tax credits and child benefit for two years from 2016/17

30 hours free childcare a week for three and four-year-olds by 2017

Cutting the total amount one household can claim in benefits from ￡26,000 to ￡23,000

More devolution for Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and "English votes for English laws" at Westminster

500 more free schools and more failing and "coasting" schools turned into Academies

The State Opening of Parliament is an event in the UK that marks the commencement of a session of the Parliament of the

UK? ?and includes a Speech from the Throne, known as the Queen's (or King's) Speech. The State Opening is an extremely elaborate ceremony showcasing British history, culture, and contemporary politics.