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Council flies the flag for Armed Forces Day
A special flag was raised outside North Lanarkshire Council headquarters ahead of Armed Forces Day.
Provost Jean Jones was joined by council chief executive Des Murray and Armed Forces champion Councillor David Cullen in raising the flag outside the civic centre in Motherwell.
Armed Forces Day gave the Monklands public the opportunity to recognise the contribution made on behalf of the nation by the men and women currently serving as troops, veterans and cadets.
Provost Jones said: “We were delighted to take part in the annual week-long celebration of our Armed Forces.
“During the current coronavirus outbreak, they have provided much needed support to the nation during a time of national crisis.
“They provide safety and security and we were proud to acknowledge their vital contribution and show our support for the sacrifices they continue to make for their country.”
Councillor David Cullen added: “Armed Forces Day gave us the chance to show our appreciation for the selfless sacrifice and dedication given to our country by our services personnel, both past and present.
“And no better example has been their support during the current pandemic which has seen service personnel running testing centres, supporting NHS logistics and building contingency hospitals such as the UK Nightingale and Louisa Jordan facilities.
“As a council, we will continue to develop initiatives across Lanarkshire to show our appreciation in a practical sense.”
Unfortunately due to the coronavirus outbreak, the National Armed Forces Day event planned for last Saturday, June 27, was cancelled.