The Armed Forces Day flag will be raised at events in Lewis, Harris, Uist and Barra on the morning of Monday(22 June).

Armed Forces Day takes place in June each year. It is a chance for the public to show support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community.

Cllr Kenny Macleod, Convener of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, said: “Armed Forces Day gives us an opportunity to recognise the service of current and past members of the armed forces. I would encourage members of the public to show their respect and gratitude to past and present armed forces community and attend their local event. I would like to thank all involved in organising the commemorative events.”

Lewis

The Armed Forces Flag will be raised at an event in Perceval Square, Stornoway, on Monday 22 June at 10am. The Flag Lowering will take place on Monday 13 July at 6pm.

Cllr Kenny Macleod, Convener of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar will deliver an address with Iain Macaulay, Lord Lieutenant of the Western Isles and armed forces representatives in attendance.

The Lewis and Harris Youth Pipe Band will be present.

Harris

The Armed Forces Day flag will be raised in Tarbert at 11am on Monday 22 June.

Uist

The Armed Forces Day flag will be raised in Balivanich at 11am on Monday 22 June.

Barra

The Armed Forces Day flag will be raised in Castlebay at 11am on Monday 22 June.