The queen is horrified by news of famine sweeping Ireland, and tries to persuade the government to take action. However, Peel is reluctant to get involved, fearing that sending aid will destabilise his own party. The crisis soon strikes at the heart of the royal household, while a determined Reverend turns up on Victoria's doorstep, demanding help for his parish.
Quest roles:
Grainne Keenan(Mrs. Traill), Margaret Clunie(Harriet, Duchess of Sutherland), David Oakes(Duke of Coburg), Martin Compston(Dr. Traill), Michael Maloney(Bishop), Dan Fredenburgh(Chadwick), Andrew Havill(Dr. Pritchard), Kosha Engler(Hannah Landridge), Edward Bennett(Trevelyan), John Paul Connolly(Torrens), Giles Taylor(Preacher), Colm Gormley(Irish MP)