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.

Convener of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, Cllr Kenny Macleod, 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 Day flag will be raised at an event in Perceval Square, Stornoway at 10am on Monday 23 June. The flag lowering ceremony will take place at 7pm on Monday 14 July.

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 at an event in Tarbert at 11am on Monday 23 June.

Uist

The Armed Forces Day flag will be raised at an event in Balivanich at 11am on Monday 23 June.

Barra

The Armed Forces Day flag will be raised at an event in Castlebay at 10am on Monday 23 June.