Groups urged to apply for funding to marked Armed Forces Day
https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/2026/02/20/groups-urged-to-apply-for-funding-to-marked-armed-forces-day/
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Llanelli groups urged to bid for Armed Forces Day funding as UK Government opens £500k pot
Dame Nia Griffith MP — a former Shadow Defence Secretary during Jeremy Corbyn’s leadership — says she will support local organisations applying for a share of the funding, which is designed to help towns and communities celebrate serving personnel, veterans and military families.
Up to £10,000 available for local events
The UK Labour Government says the grants, worth up to £10,000 per event, are aimed at strengthening links between the public and the armed forces. According to the Government, Armed Forces Week is part of its wider plan to “deepen connection between society and our forces”.
Events can include community picnics, barbecues, musical performances, parades, stands run by local military units and veterans’ charities, hands‑on activities and talks from serving personnel. Applications close on 30 March 2026.
Dame Nia said she wants to see Llanelli groups take full advantage.
Dame Nia Griffith MP said:
“The people of Llanelli proudly back our armed forces community. I’m delighted this government is helping to fund these important events and I will do whatever I can to support local bids so our whole community can come together.”
She added that she regularly attends Armed Forces Day, Remembrance and other military events, and looks forward to celebrating again in June.
Government says funding is part of wider commitment
The Government says the grants form part of a broader package of support, including a £9bn programme to repair and renew forces’ housing, the biggest pay rise in two decades, and extending the armed forces covenant.
Defence Secretary John Healey MP said:
“Our Armed Forces make extraordinary sacrifices to keep us safe. In June we look forward to coming together as a proud nation to celebrate Armed Forces Day, and I want this funding to help make this year the best yet.”
He urged groups to apply and register their events so the Government can help promote them.
Armed Forces Day returns after being halted in 2023
This year’s Armed Forces Day takes place on 27 June, following a week of celebrations starting on 22 June. It is only the second national event since 2023.
The Government says Armed Forces Day events bring tourism, investment and opportunities for people to learn more about military careers.
Local groups can find full details and apply for funding at: https://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/get-involved/organise-your-own-event/apply-for-funding/
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Prince Harry not mentioned in the social media message today to mark #ArmedForcesDay despite 10yrs honorable service in the British military and wartime service in #Afghanistan as the pilot of an Apache attack helicopter.
I'm not generally a royals watcher or fan, but this seems esp petty, mean-spirited, ungrateful & hypocritical, even for the Windsors. https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/2074608/prince-harry-snubbed-royal-family
Armed Forces Day: A mother’s perspective
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Swansea shows its support for Armed Forces Day
Saturday’s colourful occasion included music, stalls and entertainment in St David’s Place following a church service and march through the city centre.
The Lord Lieutenant took the salute alongside Lord Mayor Cllr Cheryl Philpott, the High Sheriff, Joint Deputy Leader of the Council, Cllr Andrea Lewis and the council’s Armed Forces Champion Cllr Wendy Lewis.
Cllr Andrea Lewis, said:
“It’s an honour to be able to celebrate the essential work carried out now and in the past by the nation’s service personnel. The celebrations were organised by the military veterans themselves, based on what they want to see on the day. The council backed them with as much support as they needed.
“Our armed forces defend our country and communities; they bring great credit to the country. The council will continue to salute them and acknowledge their valuable contribution.
Cllr Wendy Lewis, the council’s armed forces champion, added:
“The council proudly supports those who serve, our veterans and their families. Saturday’s events were a very special community celebration and it was great to see so many people there for the march and the afternoon’s activities.
The Armed Forces Day events were organised by veterans for veterans and those who serve. It featured a service at Christchurch in Sandfields, followed by a march through the city centre led by the RLC Corps of Drums and all associations, veterans’ groups and military groups were invited to take part.
Next weekend’s Wales Airshow will feature a Veterans Village which all veterans and their families are welcome to visit.
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After a health 'panic', Prince William and Princess Kate send a joint message.
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Buckingham Palace shows appreciation on this important day as Harry delivers an invitation.
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Lichfield man lifts the lid on his career change after leaving the military
Tesco to give free hot breakfast for South Wales’ Armed Forces
For the fourth year running, Armed Forces personnel and veterans will be able to get a free hot breakfast in over 300 Tesco stores to mark Armed Forces Day – including Swansea, Llanelli, Bridgend and Maesteg.
This special thank-you will be available on Sunday, 29 June with Armed Forces personnel and veterans able to choose from The Breakfast, The Veggie Breakfast, The Vegan Breakfast or Sausage Bap to enjoy for free when they present their MOD90 or Veterans ID card at either The Café or The Coffee Shop in Tesco stores.
Ashwin Prasad, Tesco UK CEO and Exec Sponsor of the Tesco Armed Forces Colleague Network, said: “Our Armed Forces make extraordinary sacrifices to keep us safe. As the largest private employer of veterans in the UK, we want to recognise those who serve, and have served, this Armed Forces Day. We hope this free breakfast will go a little way to show our gratitude for their service.”
Sabrina Lungo, Chair of the Armed Forces Colleague Network at Tesco, said: “Armed Forces Day is an important opportunity to recognise our Armed Forces personnel and veterans, and we’re happy to be offering them this small token of our appreciation for the fourth year running.
“Through our thriving Armed Forces network, we are proud to support the entire Armed Forces community at Tesco, from veterans to military partners and families, as they navigate the challenges of life in the Armed Forces and beyond.”
Participating Tesco stores with cafe’s include Marina, Cadle and Llansamlet stores in Swansea, Neath Abbey and Port Talbot in Neath Port Talbot, Llanelli, Ammanford and Carmarthen in Carmarthenshire, Maesteg and Bridgend in Bridgend County and Haverfordwest and Pembroke Dock in Pembrokeshire.
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People urged to show their support for Armed Forces Day
https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/2025/06/25/people-urged-to-show-their-support-for-armed-forces-day/
Bus company to offer armed forces members, veterans and cadets free travel on Armed Forces Day
First say that free travel is also allowed if a person has a current Ministry of Defence-issued card with their branch of military service stated.
Any First Bus member of staff who has previously served in the forces is also being encouraged to wear associated military attire whilst driving in service.
First Bus say that Armed Forces Day is a chance to show support for those who make up the Armed Forces community, from currently serving troops to service families, veterans, and cadets – with the company having a long affiliation with the Armed Forces community and a long history of colleagues who served.
Martin Hirst, Director of Revenue and Customer Proposition, First Bus, said: “This is an important occasion for many people who want to remember family, friends and others who have been lost in military service.
“We have several veterans working for First Bus across our businesses, and we’re very proud of their efforts and sacrifice.
“This is our way of saying thank you to them, as well as honouring all men and women who choose to serve and protect the freedoms of our country”.
Armed Forces Day Parade returns to Bridgend town centre
The free event will take place in Bridgend town centre between 10.30am and 3.30pm on Armed Forces Day, Saturday 28 June, and will feature a parade of Veterans, Reservists and Cadets, led by Pipers from the Queen’s Gurkha Signals.
The parade will leave Caroline Street at 10.50am and the salute will be taken at the War Memorial by the Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Mid Glamorgan.
Military vehicles, activities including a climbing wall and mobile cave and stalls representing Armed Forces organisations and charities will also take part in the event, with entertainment from Bridgend and Cowbridge Rock Choir, Air Cadets Drum Corps, Sea Cadets Semaphore Display, Ukulele Band, The Dance Centre Academy, The 2 Eds, Prestige Acrobatics and Dance.
Local Sea Cadets, Army Cadets and Air Training Corps Cadets will also be participating in the Mayor’s Award for Best Cadet Competition, which will take place on Wyndham Street at 11.30am. Two cadets from each service will be invited back for the second round at 2pm, before the cup is presented on the main stage at 2.45pm by the Mayor of Bridgend Town Councillor Ian Spiller.
Armed Forces Champion and Cabinet Member for Education and Youth Services at Bridgend County Borough Council, Councillor Martyn Jones said: “I am delighted to support this fantastic event, which shows our gratitude to the existing servicemen and women and their families, reservists and veterans across Bridgend County Borough for their commitment and courage, and for the sacrifices that they have made whilst fighting to serve and protect our country.
“I encourage all residents to join me in showing our support in what will be a great day for all the family.
“This year also marks the 12th anniversary of the signing of the council’s Armed Forces Covenant, which pledges to help members of the armed forces community have the same access to government and commercial services and products as any other citizen.
“By working with the armed forces community and other local organisations, we can continue to provide essential support with education, health and wellbeing, housing, financial assistance, careers and discounted services.”
The Armed Forces flag will also be flying outside the Civic Offices in recognition of Armed Forces Day, on Saturday 28 June.
City to show pride in those who serve on Armed Forces Day
Wales Armed Forces Day will be celebrated on June 28 with a fun day, march and church service in the city centre.
The event is being organised by armed forces veterans with the support of Swansea Council, serving military and other local groups and organisations.
On June 23, the council will be raising the Armed Forces Day flag at the Guildhall rotunda and on Armed Forces Day itself Guildhall will be lit up in red, white and blue to salute those who have served.
And the following weekend – July 5 and 6 – veterans, their families and service-related charities will be taking pride of place in the Veteran’s Village at the Wales Airshow.
Rob Stewart, Leader of the Council, said: “Swansea Council is a proud supporter of our armed services and the veteran community. This year the nation is commemorating the 80th anniversary of VE Day, so the events will be very special occasions.
“Armed Forces Day is an opportunity to say thank you to our veterans, those who currently serve and all their families for their commitment and resilience.
The celebrations are being organised by the military veterans themselves, based on what they want to see on the day. The council is backing them with as much support as they need.
“The people of Swansea have a long history of supporting the military and always turn out in force for events like Remembrance, the recent VE Day commemorations and HMS Cambria’s city centre Freedom March earlier this year.
“I’ve no doubt the city centre will be busy for Armed Forces Day as well at the airshow when special tributes will be paid to our military and our veterans.”
Armed Forces Day on June 28 will feature a forces’ fun day between noon and 4pm at St David’s Place, featuring information stalls as well as music and entertainment from a variety of guests on a specially-built stage
At 10am there will be a service at Christchurch. This will be followed by an armed forces march through the city centre to St David’s Place. The salute will be taken in Oxford Street opposite the main Swansea Market entrance.
The events are being organised in association with the West Cross-based 223 Transport Squadron 157 (Welsh) Regiment of The Royal Logistic Corps.
Sponsorship is being provided by the supermarket retailer Tesco.
The parade will be led by the RLC Corps of Drums and all associations, veterans’ groups and military groups have been invited to take part.
The Lord Lieutenant will to take the salute alongside Lord Mayor Cllr Cheryl Philpott, the High Sheriff, Joint Deputy Leader of the Council, Cllr Andrea Lewis, Cabinet Member for Culture, Human Rights and equalities Cllr Elliott King and the council’s Armed Forces Champion Cllr Wendy Lewis.
Cllr King said: “The council proudly supports those who serve. It’s an honour to be able to celebrate the essential work carried out now and in the past by the nation’s service personnel.
“They defend our country and communities; they bring great credit to the country. The council will continue to salute them and acknowledge their valuable contribution.”
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