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Written question asked by Dan Jarvis (Labour) on Friday, 11 May 2018, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 16 May 2018 (named day). It was answered by Tobias Ellwood (Conservative) on Wednesday, 16 May 2018 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Armed Forces Day: Scarborough

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will support the bid by Scarborough to host Armed Forces Day in 2019.

Answer

Armed Forces Day provides an opportunity for the nation to show their support for the Armed Forces. Events are community-led and can come in many different forms, from the National Event through to local events organised by councils, ex-service organisations, community groups and schools. These events can be followed on Twitter using #SaluteOurForces.

The Department has received a number of bids to host the 2019 National Event, including from Scarborough Borough Council. Defence officials are now engaged in a selection process to determine which candidate location is best placed to bring together the whole nation in celebrating our Armed Forces in 2019.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
143153
Session
2017-19
Registered interest declared
Yes
Subjects
Armed Forces Day Scarborough
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk