Arun District Council plea to ‘remember at home’ | Latest news

As Remembrance Sunday and Armistice day approach, it is very clear that this year, commemorations will be very different across the UK and Arun is no different.

Normally, veterans, dignitaries and residents of all ages, across the whole of Arun turn out in great numbers to remember and pay their respects to those who have and continue to fight for our country, but not this year.

Cllr Dr James Walsh, Leader of the Council said: “The Pandemic that we are all living through means that we are encouraging all members of the public to pay their respects from the safety of our own homes. The restrictions in place across Arun mean that we cannot gather in numbers.

“Marking Remembrance Sunday and Armistice day and ensuring younger generations are aware of the importance of never forgetting the sacrifices made, is no less important. Keeping Arun safe is vital and, it is with sadness, but the utmost seriousness, that I ask you not to attend any wreath laying ceremonies that may be taking part in towns and parishes but to observe the silence in quiet reflection in our homes or on our doorsteps.”

The Royal British Legion website is full of interesting information to read and share and is a wonderful resource to use to teach children the importance of Remembrance and Armistice.

https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/