A flag-raising ceremony has taken place outside the Walsall Council House this morning in advance of Armed Forces Day on Sunday, 25 June.
The ceremony took place at 10.15am to celebrate and recognise the contribution of those who server or have served in the Armed Forces.
The procession included a military fanfare, the raising of the Armed Forces flag and a minute’s silence, and was attended by the public and special guests, including Deputy Lieutenant David Frost CBE DL.
Councillor Rose Martin, the Mayor of Walsall, said: “It’s important to show our continued support and gratitude for those men and women who serve, or have served, in the armed forces. This event is a way to show our respect for those who fight for our country and will be a truly moving ceremony, which I am honoured to be hosting.”