This in from the council, in their own words. Ed
Island dignitaries will join together on Monday 20 June for a flag raising ceremony to honour the Armed Forces.
A specially commissioned Armed Forces Day flag will be hoisted at County Hall in Newport during a ceremony hosted by the Chairman of the Isle of Wight Council David Williams.
Celebrated a week early due to Island Games
Although Armed Forces Day is being celebrated a week early on the Island due to the timing of the Natwest Island Games opening ceremony on 25 June, the flag raising ceremony will still take place in line with the rest of the country at 10.30am on Monday 20 June 2011.
The Chairman of the Council will be joined by dignitaries including the Lord-Lieutenant of the Isle of Wight, the High Sheriff, Andrew Turner MP, representatives from the Royal British Legion, cadets and council officials.
Before the flag is raised, Cllr Williams will say a few words and prayers will be led by Reverend Arkell.
Cllr David Williams, Chairman of the Isle of Wight Council said: “The flag raising ceremony is about recognising the work of our Armed Forces and showing the Island’s support for the military community, both serving and retired.”
