Inverness to mark Armed Forces Week with flag raising ceremony

A flag raising ceremony took place on Monday, 24 June at Inverness Town House to mark the beginning of Armed Forces Week which culminates in Armed Forces Day on Saturday 29 June 2024. 

Armed Forces Day flags will be raised on buildings and landmarks around the country including at Inverness Town House and Highland Council’s Headquarters at Glenurquhart Road. 

Provost of Inverness and Area, Cllr Glynis Campbell Sinclair said: “This is a chance for us to show our support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community: from currently serving personnel to Service families, veterans, and cadets. 

“We will honour our armed forces on the 24 June in Inverness with this simple flag raising ceremony to recognise the work that they do protecting our communities and country. 

“Our Armed Forces couldn’t do their job without the incredible support of their family and friends. 

“Highland Council continues to support the Armed Forces through its lead role within the Armed Forces Covenant which is a commitment and demonstration of our support alongside our Partners, to our Armed Forces Community. 

“We give our humble support in this time-honoured flag ceremony to show our appreciation for the troops and their families.”