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...
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Armed Forces and Veterans
updated 23/02/2024
Armed Forces and Veterans
Information on the Armed Forces Covenant Fund (formerly Community Covenant Fund).
Heroes Honoured for Armed Forces Day
updated 28/06/2024
Heroes Honoured for Armed Forces Day
28/06/24 - The Mayor of the Borough of Broxtowe, Councillor Sue Paterson, raised a specially commissioned Armed Forces Day Flag in The Square, Beeston on Monday 24 June at 11.00am to mark a week of events being held across the country.
Sir John Peace, Freeman of Broxtowe and former Lord Lieutenant and soldiers from The Royal Engineers Works Groups, joined Councillor Paterson to raise the flag and address representatives from the uniformed organisations to show our support and recognise the contributions of all those who serve or have served in His Majesty’s Armed Forces. “I’m 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 the Armed Forc...
Marching in their footsteps on Armed Forces Day
updated 04/07/2024
Marching in their footsteps on Armed Forces Day
02/07/24 - On Saturday 29 June, The Royal Engineers Works groups exercised their right to march through Stapleford Town Centre, in commemoration of the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Residents of Stapleford took to the streets to give the heroes a rousing welcome, waving union jack flags.
Freedom of Entry allows military units to march through the Borough in recognition of their outstanding achievements, commitment and dedication in the service of this country and as an expression of the high regard in which they are held by the Council and members of the community. Lieutenant Colonel Steven Dollimore and Deputy Lieutenant, Colonel Nicholas Hile were offered the royal salute from Major Alistar Whiston who led the marching party. Reverend Paul Savage of St Helen’s led the shor...
Military To March Through Stapleford For Freedom Parade
updated 11/04/2024
Military To March Through Stapleford For Freedom Parade
11/04/24 - Saturday 29 June will mark an historic day in Stapleford, as soldiers and veterans from the Royal Engineers Works Groups march through the town centre to exercise their Freedom of the Borough and celebrate Armed Forces Day.
The parade will also be a part of Broxtowe’s commemorations for the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Residents and businesses are urged to take to the streets to cheer on its Army heroes as they march through the town at 11am. The Deputy Mayor of the Borough of Broxtowe, Councillor Sue Paterson said, ‘I’m delighted that this event will be returning this year, and know that the close-knit community of Stapleford will give them the rousing welcome that they deserve. This year is also an extra special...
Broxtowe Borough Council Armed Forces Day Flag Raising
updated 11/10/2023
Broxtowe Borough Council Armed Forces Day Flag Raising
Armed Forces Covenant between Local Authorities in Nottinghamshire and The Armed Forces Community.pdf [461.7 KB]
updated 20/02/2024
Armed Forces Covenant between Local Authorities in Nottinghamshire and The Armed Forces Community