THE Queen's Christmas message will pay tribute to those who have led unselfish lives in the service of others.
The Monarch will also acknowledge the many people who have been touched by world events, whether it is the global economy or violence in a distant land. In her annual December 25 address the support the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh receive from their family is highlighted, and the Prince of Wales's 60th birthday, celebrated in November, is mentioned.
The broadcast will also feature previously unseen home movie footage of a young Princess Elizabeth playing with Charles, aged just one, at Clarence House in 1949.
The Queen's message is one of the rare occasions when the Monarch does not turn to the Government for advice and is able to voice her own views.
It is written by the Queen and usually has a strong religious framework, reflects current issues and often draws on her own experiences.
The message will be transmitted on both television and radio at 3pm on Christmas Day.
The broadcast will also be available on the Royal Channel on YouTube.
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