Peterborough to mark Armed Forces Day in the city centre

A special flag was raised in Bridge Street to mark Armed Forces Day.
Monday's armed services flag flying at Peterborough Town Hall. Veterans with Lt Col Andrew Gifford and Cpt Chris Hughes MBE from 158 Regiment RLC. EMN-190624-222014009Monday's armed services flag flying at Peterborough Town Hall. Veterans with Lt Col Andrew Gifford and Cpt Chris Hughes MBE from 158 Regiment RLC. EMN-190624-222014009
Monday's armed services flag flying at Peterborough Town Hall. Veterans with Lt Col Andrew Gifford and Cpt Chris Hughes MBE from 158 Regiment RLC. EMN-190624-222014009

Mayor of Peterborough Cllr Gul Nawaz raised the flag on Monday at a service by the city’s war memorial.

Cllr Nawaz said: “Our Armed Forces perform a vital job worldwide, and not just in conflict. Many forces personnel are involved in peacekeeping, humanitarian relief, search and rescue and much more.”

On Saturday there will be a series of events as part of the celebrations, with festivities starting at 10am in the city centre.