Remembrance Day Armed Forces 2025-11-11

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Support for our veterans is essential. Will the Minister join me in wishing good luck to those who have set up a new branch of the Royal British Legion in Derby? Does he agree that this Government’s veterans strategy, including £13.8 million to address homelessness, shows that we are marching in step with those who campaign for veterans?

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Will the Minister join me in thanking all the young people from local schools who came with homemade poppies and wreaths to the cenotaph this morning?

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Does the Minister agree that we need to follow through with real action to ensure that brave servicemen and women are not disadvantaged today and into the future?

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Is it not a very good example of how the next generation sometimes understands commemoration better than my generation did, given that nearly 2,000 people turned up to commemorate those who have fallen at the memorial in Chingford?

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The Minister is right to acknowledge not just veterans but those who have loved them. Today my son had the privilege of reading at our local cenotaph, remembering those who were killed in World War II and a friend who died in Afghanistan.

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Joshua Mullinger is an able cadet in the sea cadets in York and played an integral role in the York service of remembrance. Will the Minister join me in commemorating the work of those very remarkable individuals?

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While we are celebrating and remembering the greatest generation, we also have the potential to build our young people into being the best generation. Perhaps we should be focusing on that as well—looking back, but also looking forward, as I think the Minister said. We must try to raise a generation of young people who are proud to be British, to stand against repression, and to undertake to be inclusive.

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While we are celebrating and remembering the greatest generation, we also have the potential to build our young people into being the best generation. Perhaps we should be focusing on that as well—looking back, but also looking forward, as I think the Minister said. We must try to raise a generation of young people who are proud to be British, to stand against repression, and to undertake to be inclusive.

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Does he agree that it would be more than helpful—particularly in the face of Russian aggression, and of the American retraction from European defence—if the French Government took another look at how the United Kingdom could be involved in a shared European defence approach?

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Honoured the sacrifices of those who served and campaigned for the release of papers related to the Sir Galahad bombing, urging the Department to help speed up the process.

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Highlighted the risk to special forces due to legal uncertainty caused by lawfare. Cited concerns raised by retired four-star generals over the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill.

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Emphasised the remembrance day spirit in Barrow and Furness, acknowledging both the industrial tradition of submarine building and the local Army Reserve centre.

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A moving tribute to the soldiers who died in Sangin during Operation Herrick 11, highlighting specific casualties and emphasising the importance of remembering their sacrifices.

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An appeal for recognition of all veterans, particularly mentioning the discovery that 389 names are missing from the Lewis war memorial and urging the government to invest in correcting these historical records.

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A statement on the importance of recognising the service of all veterans, mentioning local efforts such as Army cadets collecting for the Royal British Legion’s poppy appeal.

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Remarks on the importance of remembrance, restoration of war memorials, and support for ex-service personnel.

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Letter from eight four-star generals and an air chief marshal warning against the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill.

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Reflections on three names recorded at Stirling’s war memorial, including Margaret Fleming and her family's losses during World War I.

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Paid tribute to Scots who died in World War I, II and subsequent conflicts. Mentioned local casualties from Blairgowrie and Montrose.

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Honoured veterans of both world wars in Stevenage and raised concerns about the support for modern armed forces personnel and veterans, highlighting a local veteran report.

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Acknowledged remembrance events including war widows' ceremony at Cenotaph and BBC's festival of remembrance. Mentioned local ceremonies in Lyndhurst and near the Isle of Wight.

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Commemorated St Helens' connection with armed forces, including planting a cross for Corporal Derek Johnson. Welcomed Minister to discuss veterans support.

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The MP talked about his personal experiences at remembrance events, including laying a wreath in Devizes and participating in 'Pedal to Ypres'. He highlighted the unity of communities during these events.

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The MP discussed remembrance as a moment of national unity, honouring those who served. He shared personal experiences including meeting four generations of black servicemen in his constituency.

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The MP reflected on the sacrifices made during conflicts, particularly focusing on Northern Ireland's history and recent military operations. She mentioned the importance of ensuring no veteran is left without support.

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The MP paid tribute to Colchester's connection with armed forces, including visits to Commonwealth war graves. She highlighted the Gurkha community and recent defence housing strategy.

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The MP noted her experience as a veteran, discussing Epsom and Ewell's military heritage, including the 135 Geographic Squadron and local veterans hub.

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Reflection on the dedication of veterans and the need to support them through daily choices made by the Government.

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Acknowledgement of local remembrance activities, including the Royal Observer Corps and the campaign for a national memorial to those who served in the photographic reconnaissance unit.

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Reflection on personal family history involving veterans from world war two and recognition of sacrifices made by airmen in Bomber Command.

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Paid tribute to the armed forces and veterans in South East Cornwall, highlighting their sacrifices and contributions.

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Spoke about remembrance day tributes and the importance of remembering war heroes. Mentioned Robert Quigg, who was awarded the Victoria Cross.

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Discussed low morale among veterans due to decisions by successive Governments and raised concerns about a Bill that may harm recruitment in armed forces.

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Declared interest as former military member and expressed concern over vexatious attempts to rewrite history, stating it was worth the sacrifices made by veterans.

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It is a real privilege to close this debate on remembrance and the contribution of the armed forces for His Majesty’s loyal Opposition. I place on record my thanks, and the thanks of Conservative Members, to the Royal British Legion, our armed forces personnel and their families... We heard contributions from the hon. Member for Leyton and Wanstead (Mr Bailey), who is an experienced aviator from the RAF, raised the salient point that remembrance belongs to all of us.

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The SNP Member for Aberdeen North asked about the government's commitment to supporting veterans and their families. She highlighted the need for better mental health support and assistance in finding employment.

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Pressed the Secretary of State on whether the information had been cited by the WASPI women or provided by DWP, and questioned how the former Secretary of State was able to quote the report when she made her statement to this House in December 2024 without having the report.