As we celebrate Armed Forces Day, Stuart says thank you to the 11,300 people working in our Armed Forces and crucial defence jobs in the West Midlands. This is the eleventh Armed Forces Day, and it presents an opportunity to say thank you to our servicemen and women here and around the world. It is a chance to recognise the great sacrifice they have made for their country – often spending long periods of time away from home.
Here in, the West Midlands there are 11,300 men and women working keep our country safe, upholding our nation’s security and prosperity. The Conservatives remain committed to meeting the NATO target to spend two per cent of GDP on defence, upholding our position as a global world leader.
Commenting, Stuart said:
“Armed Forces Day is always a special time for me, having served in the British Army I know the commitment and great job our Armed Forces do. Today was an opportunity for us to say thank you to the men and women in, working to keep our country safe from increasing threats around the world. The Conservatives will always prioritise defence; we truly recognise the sacrifice our brave Armed Forces have made for our country and want Britain to remain a global leader in defence. It is an opportunity for us to express our gratitude to those who are in the regular service, the reserves, the cadets and those who served in uniform, our brave veterans.”