Harlech Man Who Posed as Royal Navy Admiral Pleads Guilty
A 64-year-old man has been prosecuted following an incident at a memorial service event last November. Jonathon Carley, of Twthil, Harlech, appeared at Llandudno Magistrates’ Court today (Monday, 5 January), charged with offences under the Uniform Act. The charge related…
Man Posing as Rear Admiral at Remembrance Parade Faces Backlash
What was meant to be a solemn Remembrance Sunday ceremony in Llandudno turned into a flashpoint for veterans after a man in a rear admiral’s uniform, bedecked with a row of highly questionable medals, joined the wreath-laying. The individual, later…
Llanelli MP Welcomes News of War Memorial Investments
Nia Griffith, Member of Parliament for Llanelli, has welcomed news that the UK Labour Government will be investing an additional £2 million to protect and maintain war memorials across the country – ensuring that the service and sacrifice of our…
Crowds Brave Rain to Honour the Fallen Across Carmarthenshire
Despite relentless rain, residents across Carmarthenshire turned out in force on Sunday to pay tribute to those who served and died in conflict. In Carmarthen, the town’s annual Remembrance Service began at 9.so am with a parade from Guildhall Square…
Times and Dates of Remembrance Services across Caerphilly County Borough
This year, Remembrance Sunday falls on November 9 and services to mark the occasion will take place across Caerphilly County Borough. As Armistice Day approaches, it is a time to reflect and remember those we have lost in service and…
Transport for Wales to offer Free Travel to Military Personnel over Remembrance period
Transport for Wales is offering free travel on rail services and all TrawsCymru bus services for military personnel during this year’s Remembrance period. As part of an industry-wide initiative, the offer of free travel is open to serving military personnel…
First Bus rolling out free travel for Armed Forces personnel ahead of Remembrance Sunday between 9th and 11th of November
The First Bus fleet of 5,700 buses across the UK is enabling serving Armed Forces personnel, cadets and veterans to travel for free to events commemorating Remembrance Sunday on 9 November and Armistice Day on Tuesday 11 November. All current…
Llanelli Poppy Appeal: RBL Calls for Volunteers
The Llanelli branch of the Royal British Legion (RBL) is calling for volunteers to help with this year’s Poppy Appeal, as it looks to build on last year’s record total of more than £21,800 raised locally. The branch will launch…
Access Row Over Llanelli Cenotaph Ramp
Frail and disabled veterans may face difficulties paying their respects at Llanelli’s Cenotaph this Remembrance Week after Carmarthenshire County Council declined a request for a temporary access ramp. Labour councillor and RAF veteran Rob Evans submitted a request in early…
Carmarthenshire Remembers
Crowds turned out in force today to attend the Remembrance Service in Carmarthen. Young and old alike lined the streets leading to the War Memorial on Priory Street. VIPs included Sara Edwards, the Lord Lieutenant of Dyfed, Helen Jones, the…