Flintshire County Council has marked Armed Forces Week with a flag-raising ceremony in honour of serving personnel, veterans and their families.
THE ARMED Forces Flag was raised at Ty Dewi Sant in Ewloe, with councillors, civic leaders, veterans and reservists gathering to show support for the Armed Forces community.
Chair of Flintshire County Council, Cllr Mel Buckley, was joined by Armed Forces Champion Cllr Ted Palmer, the Lord-Lieutenant of Clwyd, the High Sheriff of Clwyd, and members of the Queensferry reservist unit for the event.
The ceremony was held as part of Armed Forces Week, which recognises the contribution made by serving personnel, veterans and military families across the UK.
Cllr Buckley said the event was an important opportunity to recognise the commitment and sacrifice shown by the Armed Forces community.
She said: “Armed Forces Week gives us an important moment to pause and recognise the extraordinary commitment shown by those who serve, have served, and the families who support them.
“Raising the flag at Ty Dewi Sant was a proud and meaningful occasion for us all, and it was especially moving to be joined by local veterans and reservists.”
Cllr Ted Palmer said Flintshire remained committed to supporting those who serve and have served.
He said: “Our Armed Forces play a vital role protecting communities, responding to emergencies, and representing the very best of our country, at home and across the world.
“Flintshire is proud of its Armed Forces community, and we remain steadfast in our support for those who serve, have served, and the families who stand behind them.”
National Armed Forces Day will be marked on Saturday, June 27, and this year’s event will be hosted by Carmarthenshire County Council.
