Maundy Thursday: Queen hands out money in Blackburn

The Queen has handed out specially-minted coins as part of the traditional Royal Maundy service, held this year at Blackburn Cathedral.

Eighty-eight men and the same number of women, all aged over 70, were presented with the gifts in recognition of their work in the church and the community.

Sophie Raworth has more details.

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