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Island residents in London for Maundy service

by isleofman.com 21st April 2011

It's the big day for 40 people from the Isle of Man who are due to meet the Queen at an historic ceremony.

Westminster Abbey plays host to the group this morning (Thursday), when they attend the Royal Maundy service and receive Maundy Money from Her Majesty.

The specially minted money is given away by the Queen each year to recognise those who have given long service to their community and church.

Judith Ley asked one of the Island's recipients, Hector Duff, why he thought he had been chosen this year:

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Posted by isleofman.com
Thursday 21st, April 2011 07:48pm.

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