Shadow Armed Forces Minister and Rayleigh and Wickford MP, Mark Francois, paid his respects to the fallen over Remembrance Weekend by attending several commemorative events in honour of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
On Sunday morning, Mark attended the Parade and Service of Remembrance in Rayleigh, where he joined veterans, local residents, and community groups in a moving tribute. Following the service, he laid a wreath at the memorial to honour the fallen.
Later in the afternoon, Mark attended Hockley’s Remembrance Service, where he also laid a wreath in memory of servicemen and women who gave their lives for the country- and at the service at the Hawkwell Royal British Legion, thereafter. Additionally, Mark joined a special Re-dedication Ceremony for a memorial in Wickford honouring an RAF pilot who was shot down near Shotgate during the Battle of Britain. He also attended the Remembrance Breakfast held by the Basildon Armed Forces & Veteran Breakfast Club, connecting with veterans and their families to show appreciation for their service.
Commenting on the events over the Remembrance weekend: Mark said:
“As the son of a D-Day veteran, it was a privilege to attend a number of Remembrance events over the weekend in my constituency. We owe our thanks and gratitude to all those who served bravely and gave their lives for our country. They fought and sacrificed their lives to protect our way of life and the freedom we enjoy. They gave their tomorrow for our today, we will remember them."
