Bradford marks Armed Forces Week

Article dated Friday Jun 16, 2023 at 02:32 PM

Bradford will once again pay tribute to the courage and bravery of our armed forces.

On Monday, 19 June the Lord Mayor of Bradford will mark the start of Armed Forces Week with a short flag-raising ceremony in Centenary Square at 11am. 

Armed Forces Week is a chance to show support for those in the armed forces community, from serving troops to service families, veterans and cadets.

The Lord Mayor Councillor Gerry Barker will host a short ceremony to mark the beginning of this year’s Armed Forces Week.

The Lord Mayor’s Chaplain, The Rev’d Roger A. M. T. Quick, will speak, along with the Lord Mayor, and the ceremony will culminate with the Lord Mayor raising the Armed Forces Day flag, in recognition of the contribution made by His Majesty’s Armed Forces.

Other events include an annual Drumhead Service, which forms a part of the Armed Forces Day event on Saturday 24th June 2023 at 11am in Norfolk Gardens Park, City Park, Bradford.

Lord Mayor of Bradford Councillor Gerry Barker, said:  “It is really important that we honour the sacrifices that continue to be made on our behalf by members of our armed forces and their families. We welcome anyone who would like to join us for this short service of thanks and the other events taking place.”

Councillor Joanne Dodds, Armed Forces Champion, said:  “We have many currently serving personnel and armed forces veterans across the Bradford District. This is our opportunity to show them our support, celebrate their contribution and to give our thanks for the magnificent role our armed forces play every day and the sacrifices made by so many. We welcome everyone at the events  who would like to join us in honouring our armed forces.”

Councillor Susan Hinchcliffe, Bradford Council Leader, said: “Bradford district is rightly proud of our strong relationship with our Armed Forces and it is really important that we can come together and show our thanks for all that they do for us.

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