6 April 2023
Updates on an historic day as King Charles III and Queen Camilla visit York for the Maundy Service
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Well known Big Issue seller Vasile Calin has swapped his usual spot outside M&S in York to cheer on the King today.
Vasile, whose energetic dance routines always catch the eye, has brought a copy of the magazine in case the King wants a copy.
He is ready to wave his Union Flag when the King and Queen Camilla arrive.
Not everyone is happy to see the monarch today.
Protesters have gathered outside York Minster with banners saying ‘Not My King’.
Dressed in yellow, they are also chanting the same words through a megaphone.
Good morning everyone. Welcome to our live blog of today’s royal visit.
The King and Queen Camilla are due at York Minster for the Maundy Service.
In this ancient Easter ceremony, the monarch will distribute the Maundy Money to 74 men and 74 women (signifying the age of the monarch).
It is the third time the Minster has hosted the service. Queen Elizabeth II handed out the money in 1972 and 2012.