The Armed Forces Covenant sets out the relationship between the nation, the government and the armed forces.  It recognises that the whole nation has a moral obligation to current and former members of the armed forces and their families, and it sets out how they should expect to be treated. A Community Covenant was signed in January 2012 between Broxtowe Borough Council, Partner organisations, the civilian community of the borough and the Armed Forces community within Broxtowe. The Covenant...

Trevor Fletcher, Deputy Lieutenant, joined Councillor Carr to raise the flag and address representatives from the uniformed organisations to show our support and appreciation for the men and women who serve, or have served, in His Majesty’s Armed Forces.  “I am glad that we can have our flag raising ceremony in Beeston Square. Flying this flag is our way of showing support and gratitude for all that the Armed Forces do.” said Councillor Barbara Carr. “Armed Forces Day gives us an importa...

Colonel Nicholas Hile, Deputy Lieutenant, and soldiers from The Royal Engineers Works Groups, will join Councillor Robert to raise the flag and address representatives from the uniformed organisations to show our support and pay tribute to the service and sacrifice of the men and women who serve or have served in His Majesty’s Armed Forces. “This year is very special as it also marks the VE Day 80th Anniversary. I’m glad that we can have our flag raising ceremony in Beeston Square. It is an i...