Tag Archives: Somerset Armed Forces Covenant
Let’s break out the bunting for VE Day
Somerset residents are being encouraged to celebrate the 75th anniversary of VE (Victory in Europe) Day and remember all those who helped to secure peace in Europe. Friday 8 May marks the milestone anniversary of the day the guns fell silent in Europe ending six years of conflict. Sadly, national and local plans to mark […]
Lest we forget . . .
As Somerset prepares for Remembrance Sunday, local health and care leaders are taking the opportunity to remind us of the support and assistance available to those who have served and their families. Dr Ed Ford, Chair of Somerset Clinical Commissioning Group and local GP, said: “Somerset has a long and proud association with the […]
Red Ensign flies in honour of the Merchant Navy
The Red Ensign is flying at County Hall in recognition of Merchant Navy Day today (3 Sept). Somerset County Council is joining local authorities across the country in flying the flag, raising awareness of the UK’s on-going dependence on Merchant Navy seafarers and remembering the wartime sacrifices they made. The Second World War broke […]
Raising The Flag For Our Armed Forces
Somerset County Council joined other Government buildings and famous landmarks across the country today in raising a flag to show support for our Armed Forces. Raised by Cllr Rod Williams, newly elected Chairman of Somerset’s Armed Forces Covenant, the Armed Forces flag will be on display at County Hall for the remainder of the week […]
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