I was proud to attend Southend Council’s “raising of the flag”, in recognition of Armed Forces Day coming up, on Monday 20th June, giving us all a moment in our busy lives to remember those who have given the greatest sacrifice.

see http://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/402/mayor_raises_the_flag_for_armed_forces_day for the full news story, and for full details of this weekend’s activities to celebrate the day on 25th June.