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.
Casts:
Jenna Coleman, Tom Hughes, Nell Hudson, Ferdinand Kingsley, Adrian Schiller, Tommy Knight, Louisa Bay, Anna Wilson-Jones, Jordan Waller, Lily Travers, Laurie Shepherd, Kate Fleetwood, Laurence Fox, John Sessions, David Burnett