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- Politics
- South Wales Argus
Torfaen MP Nick Thomas-Symonds praises armed forces
Nick Thomas-Symonds, who represents Torfaen, attended the national flag-raising ceremony at New Palace Yard in Westminster to mark the start of Armed Forces Week.
The ceremony, held on Monday, June 23, marked the beginning of a week of national events.
Mr Thomas-Symonds said: "It was a solemn privilege to represent Torfaen at the Armed Forces Flag Raising Ceremony in Parliament.
"We're incredibly proud of our Armed Forces community here in Torfaen, so during Armed Forces Week, it's important to show our support and thank those who protect our nation."
The event was attended by MPs, military personnel, and Ukrainian defence minister Rustem Umerov.
Speeches were given by Air Commodore Philip Wadlow and defence secretary John Healey.
A similar ceremony took place at Pontypool's Civic Centre.
Councillor Gaynor James, Torfaen's Armed Forces champion, said: "It was an honour to speak at Torfaen Council's flag raising ceremony to mark Armed Forces Week.
"Our Armed Forces community – both those currently serving and have served previously – have given so much to our country, and it's incredibly important we provide them the support necessary."
She said she would continue working to ensure the armed forces community is supported across the borough.
