Official Opening of the Sixth Senedd

Her Majesty The Queen will attend the official opening of the sixth session of the Senedd on Thursday 14 October. 

The event will include creative performances by participants from all over Wales, but, due to the ongoing coronavirus restrictions, for the first time it will involve a mixture of in-person and pre-recorded performances.

During the official opening of the Senedd, the Queen will make a speech in the Senedd’s chamber, as will the Llywydd of the Senedd, Elin Jones MS, and First Minister, Mark Drakeford MS.  

The ceremonial Mace will be carried into the Senedd and placed in its sconce to signify the official opening of the sixth Senedd.  

The date of the official opening was delayed this year due to the coronavirus restrictions.  

More details about the arrangements will be announced in due course.