THE MAYOR of Rugby has urged residents to wear a poppy with pride in support of this year’s Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal, which launches on Saturday (October 25).
Coun Barbara Brown said: “Remembrance is part of modern British life, culture and heritage. It becomes a particular feature of the public calendar each year when public, private, formal and informal Remembrance events take place throughout the UK.
“This year marked the 80th anniversaries of VE Day on May 8 and VJ Day on August 15. The Royal British Legion was founded more than 100 years ago and, whilst Remembrance Sunday is a day for the nation to remember and honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the World Wars, it is also about those involved in the many conflicts since and those still fighting for the freedom we enjoy today.
“Donating to the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal and wearing the official symbol of Remembrance is greatly appreciated by those it helps – those currently serving in our Armed Forces, our veterans, their families and dependants.
“I would, therefore, urge everyone to join with me and wear a poppy with pride.”
Rugby Borough Council will be co-ordinating arrangements for the Remembrance Service at the Memorial Gates in Hillmorton Road, which this year falls on Sunday November 9.
