“HM’s gift of Maundy money to pensioners is symbolic. The Money is given in recognition of their service to others over the years and takes place on a day when Christians recall the servant ministry of Jesus as He washed the feet of His disciples, emphasising the importance of service and humility.
“Normally people visit Her Majesty to receive honours, so it is also symbolic that today is the only occasion that The Queen travels to make an award.”