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Welsh Government honours military during Armed Forces Week
It is honouring veterans, serving personnel, and their families.
This week will conclude with a national event at Caldicot Castle on June 28, backed by £20,000 from the Welsh Government.
The event will gather people to recognise the armed forces' integral role in Wales.
Welsh troops, who make up around six to seven per cent of the UK's armed forces, are stationed worldwide.
The Welsh Government supports the armed forces community, including those leaving service and their families, with tailored career events, educational help, and a highly regarded mental health service, Veterans NHS Wales.
Ken Skates, the cabinet secretary with responsibility for the armed forces, said: "The armed forces community enriches every part of Welsh life.
"This week of celebration gives us the chance to show our sincere thanks to those who serve or have served, and to reaffirm our commitment to supporting them, whatever their circumstances."
The government has also introduced a GP accreditation scheme to provide veterans with care that acknowledges their unique experiences.
More than 50 surgeries are now classed as 'Veteran Friendly'.
Sarah Murphy, minister for mental health and wellbeing, urged more practices to join the scheme to ensure every veteran gets the 'specialist support they deserve.'
