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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
Politics
Dave Burke

Controversial rule that means King Charles gets to approve laws which affect him

Secretive rules mean King Charles has to give his permission before MPs discuss matters directly affecting him.

The head of state, who ascended to the throne following the death of the Queen almost a fortnight ago, has a "long established" right to consent to legislation that impacts him in Parliament.

It has raised questions about accountability over the years, with campaigners saying there is "absolutely no justification" for the monarch to hold such power.

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