​Council marks Armed Forces Week with a flag raising ceremony

​Council marks Armed Forces Week with a flag raising ceremony

Posted on : 26 Jun 2026

Caerphilly County Borough Council proudly marked Armed Forces Day with a flag-raising ceremony at the Council offices, attended by representatives from Caerphilly Veterans Support Hub, local veterans, Craig Middle from the Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Association (RFCA), Deputy Leader Cllr Carol Andrews, and Armed Forces Champion Cllr Teresa Heron.

The ceremony celebrated the strong partnership between Caerphilly Veterans Support Hub, the Council and the wider Armed Forces community, reaffirming our shared commitment to supporting serving personnel, veterans and their families through the Armed Forces Covenant.

Deputy Leader, Cllr Carol Andrews, said:

"We are proud to stand alongside our Armed Forces community and recognise the service and sacrifice of those who have served, and those who continue to serve. Today's ceremony is a reminder of our ongoing commitment to ensuring veterans, serving personnel and their families receive the support they deserve."

Armed Forces Champion, Cllr Teresa Heron, added:

"The Armed Forces Covenant is more than a pledge - it is a commitment to ensuring no member of the Armed Forces community faces disadvantage because of their service. It is an honour to support today's event and to celebrate the invaluable contribution our veterans and service personnel make to our communities."

Thank you to everyone who attended and to all those who serve or have served. Your dedication and sacrifice are deeply appreciated.