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Clydesdale MP pays respects to Falklands War heroes

Falklands War veterans from both sides of the border took part in a parade, ceremony and special service at the weekend to mark the 40th anniversary of the conflict.
By Julie Currie
Published 19th May 2022, 08:00 BST
MPs David Mundell and John Stevenson laid a wreath on behalf of the UK Parliament.MPs David Mundell and John Stevenson laid a wreath on behalf of the UK Parliament.
MPs David Mundell and John Stevenson laid a wreath on behalf of the UK Parliament.

The event, in Carlisle City Centre, was attended by the official representative to the UK of the Falkland Islands Government, Richard Hyslop.

A wreath was also laid at the war memorial by Carlisle MP John Stevenson and Clydesdale MP David Mundell.

Falklands veterans from across the south of Scotland were amongst members of the South Atlantic Medal Association and other linked organisations who took part in a programme of events.

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The veterans were led by Pipe Major Steven Duffy of the Scots Guard Association.The veterans were led by Pipe Major Steven Duffy of the Scots Guard Association.
The veterans were led by Pipe Major Steven Duffy of the Scots Guard Association.

David said: “It was a privilege to meet Falklands veterans, not only from my constituency but from across the UK, at this commemorative event, one of the largest outside London.

“It was yet another reminder, particularly during these difficult times, of the contribution of our armed services.”

Former service personnel reflected on lost colleagues as they lined-up outside the Old Town Hall in Carlisle as the Falkland Islands’ flag was raised.Former service personnel reflected on lost colleagues as they lined-up outside the Old Town Hall in Carlisle as the Falkland Islands’ flag was raised.
Former service personnel reflected on lost colleagues as they lined-up outside the Old Town Hall in Carlisle as the Falkland Islands’ flag was raised.
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