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

The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh are hosting a reception at Buckingham Palace for those who will also be turning 80 on April 21 next year.

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

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

Applicants should send a copy of their birth certificate.