The Armed Forces Day flag has been raised in Bath to show support for the Armed Forces community.

Bath & North East Somerset Council celebrated national Armed Forces Day, which takes place on Saturday June 29, with the raising of the flag in Parade Gardens on June 24.

The raising of the flag in Bath was attended by the Chair of the Council, Councillor Karen Walker; the Mayor of Bath, Councillor Michelle O’Doherty and council Leader, Councillor Kevin Guy.

Councillor Karen Walker, Chair of the Council, said: “I’m honoured to be marking British Armed Forces Day to show our appreciation for those who serve our country. Together with all other local authorities, Bath & North East Somerset Council has pledged to uphold the Armed Forces Covenant, which is a promise by the nation that those who serve or have served, and their families, are treated fairly.”

The council provides practical resources to aid present and former service personnel who find themselves homeless, in debt or in need of specialised medical care.

For more details about the Armed Forces Community Covenant visit:

https://www.bathnes.gov.uk/services/neighbourhoods-and-community-safety/working-partnership/armed-forces-community-covenant

Alternatively, you can call the Community Engagement team on 01225 396539.