Event brought together Provost Kenneth Duffy, local veterans, elected members, the Lanarkshire Lieutenancy and North Lanarkshire’s Armed Forces Champion, Councillor Bob Burgess, as the official Armed Forces Day flag was raised.
North Lanarkshire has paid tribute to the Armed Forces community ahead of Armed Forces Day 2026 with a ceremonial flag-raising at the council headquarters in Motherwell.
The event brought together Provost Kenneth Duffy, local veterans, elected members, the Lanarkshire Lieutenancy and North Lanarkshire’s Armed Forces Champion, Councillor Bob Burgess, as the official Armed Forces Day flag was raised.
The ceremony recognised the contribution and commitment of serving personnel, veterans, reservists, cadets and military families, while giving the local community an opportunity to reflect and show their support.
Provost Duffy said: “Today is our chance as a community to say thank you to everyone who serves our country, whether they’re serving overseas, based here at home, or have served in years gone by.
“Our Armed Forces continue to make a difference every day, and behind every person in uniform is a family offering support at home.
“Raising the flag is a simple but heartfelt way for North Lanarkshire to show its appreciation.”
Armed Forces Champion Councillor Bob Burgess added: “It’s a real privilege to be part of occasions like this, where we come together and show our respect for those who’ve served, and continue to serve, in our Armed Forces.
“Armed Forces Day is about recognising the people who’ve put themselves on the line for our country and thanking everyone who helps keep that spirit of service alive in our communities.”
The flag-raising forms part of a wider UK campaign leading up to Armed Forces Day on Saturday, June 27, which celebrates the work and dedication of the Armed Forces community.
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