Potters Bar marks Remembrance Sunday 2024

This year's service was attended by Air Vice Marshal (AVM) Nicholas Kirth CBE, a Deputy Lieutenant for Hertfordshire, Sir Oliver Dowden MP, Cllr Chris Myers and many others who turned out to pay their respects.

Potters Bar Remembrance 2024 (Image: Philip Jones) After the service, Sir Oliver Dowden visited the local branch of the Royal British Legion and spoke with its members and volunteers. 

Sir Oliver Dowden and Cllr Chris Myers laid wreaths at Potters Bar war memorial (Image: Philip Jones) He said: “Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day provide an important opportunity to recognise the contribution of members of our armed forces past and present, and to pay tribute to all who have fought for our nation.

Potters Bar Remembrance parade 2024 (Image: Philip Jones) "We must never forget those who made such immense sacrifices in defence of our values and our freedom. Today and forever, we will remember them. 

Remembrance Sunday, Potters Bar (Image: Philip Jones) "I have met veterans up and down the country, including in our community in Hertsmere. I know that, all too often, the burden of conflict does not end on the battlefield.

Remembrance Sunday parade Potters Bar (Image: Philip Jones) "That is why it is vital that, beyond remembrance, we must support those who have put themselves in harm’s way for our country. It is the very least that we owe them for their commitment and sacrifice.

"I am proud that the Government I served in created the Office for Veterans’ Affairs and I will use my voice in Parliament to advocate for veterans whenever I can. 

Revd Stefan Chrysostomou at the parade (Image: Philip Jones) "Lastly, we should do all we can to support the Royal British Legion’s annual poppy appeal. If you have not donated yet this year, then please consider doing so.”