First Bus offers free travel to Pembrokeshire veterans
First Bus has announced that it will provide free travel to veterans, cadets, and currently serving members of the armed forces across its UK network.
This gesture is to commemorate 'Armed Forces Day', and is valid on June 28 for those attending official events.
Free travel will be extended to individuals wearing the uniforms of the Royal Navy, Army, Royal Marines, Royal Air Force, and any associated cadet force.
Additionally, those possessing a current Ministry of Defence-issued card with their branch of military service stated will also be eligible.
First Bus has encouraged its staff who are veterans to sport their military attire while on duty.
The transport company has expressed its long-standing affiliation with the armed forces community, acknowledging the significant number of their employees who have served.
Martin Hirst, director of revenue and customer proposition at 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 is an opportunity to show support for the armed forces community, including currently serving troops, service families, veterans, and cadets.
Various events and services are scheduled around the country and locally, providing numerous opportunities for people, communities, and organisations to express their support.
Through this initiative, First Bus seeks to support these efforts and contribute to the spirit of the occasion.
The effort reflects the company's long-standing support for the armed forces community.
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