RESIDENTS are being invited to have lunch with the Queen to celebrate her 80th birthday.

The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh will host a reception at Buckingham Palace for those who will also be celebrating their 80th birthday on April 21 next year.

Invitations will be distributed between Lord Lieutenants' offices around the country.

Write to Queen's 80th Birthday Luncheon, Lieutenancy Office, Westminister City Hall, PO Box 240, Victoria Street, London, SW1E 6QP, by January 16.

People applying should include a copy of their birth certificate.