Armed Forces community
Walsall to mark Armed Forces Day with flag raising ceremony
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Walsall Council will host a flag raising ceremony to mark Armed Forces Day at 10:30am on Monday 23 June 2025 outside the Council House.
The event is an annual opportunity for the nation to show support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community, from currently serving troops and service families to veterans and cadets.
The ceremony will be led by the Mayor of Walsall, Councillor Louise Harrison, who will raise the Armed Forces flag during a short civic service.
“ It is a privilege to lead this year’s Armed Forces Day flag raising ceremony in Walsall. This occasion gives us all an opportunity to come together and reflect on the courage and commitment of our Armed Forces personnel, past and present.
On behalf of the borough, I extend heartfelt thanks to our servicemen and women and their families. Your sacrifice and service are deeply valued. “
This year’s ceremony comes in the same year as the 80th anniversary of VE Day, commemorating 80 years since Victory in Europe during the Second World War.
“ Armed Forces Day is our chance to recognise the outstanding service of our Armed Forces community here in Walsall and across the country. I’m proud that our borough continues to stand firmly behind those who serve, have served, and their families. “
Last year, Walsall Council solidified its commitment to supporting those who have served their country with a decision to add ‘armed forces’ to the list of protected characteristics in the borough.
The following dignitaries and guests are expected to attend the ceremony:
- Deputy Mayor of Walsall
- Deputy Lieutenant
- Mayor’s Cadet
- Deputy Lieutenant’s cadet
- Senior council officials
- Cadets from Girls Venture Corps
- Freeman of the borough Mr. Ian Shires
- Walsall councillors
- Walsall Council’s Armed Forces Champion, Councillor Adam Hicken
- Lead Representatives from Walsall Rotary
- Church of Latter-Day Saints
- West Midlands Fire Service
- West Midlands Police
- Local veterans’ groups, and
- The NHS
Walsall Council is also supporting the following community events to celebrate Armed Forces Day, which are free and open to all members of the public:
Walsall Community Association
The Black Country Commonwealth House
Saturday 28th June 2025, 11:30 – 23:00
36 Wolverhampton Road, WalsallArmed Forces Community Network
Saturday 28th June 2025, 09:00 – 15:00
Pelsall Village (Co-op and Memorial Garden)- RBL Bloxwich Branch
Saturday 28th June 2025, 10:30 – 15:00
All Saints Church Grounds, All Saints Church, Bloxwich
Armed Forces Day is marked annually across the UK by local authorities, government departments, and organisations including Number 10 Downing Street, as a collective show of gratitude to the Armed Forces.
