Flags raised across the Borough ahead of weekend’s Armed Forces Day

Armed Forces Day Flags raised in all Townships in the Borough and flown at half mast in rememberence of Drummer Lee Rigby

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"As Rochdale Armed Forces Champion, I am pleased to underline our commitment to supporting our Armed Forces and honouring the promises we have made in our Armed Forces Community Covenant," said Councillor Alan McCarthy, Lead Member for the Armed Forces.

"This year's flag raising will be particularly poignant following the awful murder of Drummer Lee Rigby.

"The Borough's reaction to those events in Woolwich demonstrated the gratitude, esteem and unity of our communities in support for the men and women of our armed services”

"We are raising the Armed Forces Day flag in honour of all the brave men and women who tirelessly serve their country to keep us safe, in particular those serving in Afghanistan.

"Our servicemen and women are a key part of the Rochdale Borough communities and today's event is particularly important following the shocking events in Woolwich.

"This was an appalling, unforgivable act and no words could ever successfully convey the sadness and horror felt across our borough."