Thornbury Town Council Flagpole

In January, we will be flying the Holocaust Memorial Day Flag to remember the genocide that occurred during World War II.

This year's theme is 'Bridging Generations, a call to action'.  This is a reminder that the responsibility of remembrance doesn't end with the survivors, it lives on through their children, their grandchildren and through all of us.  This theme encourages us all to engage actively with the past, to listen, to learn and to carry those lessons forward.  By doing so, we build a bridge between memory and action, between history and hope for the future.

NOVEMBER IS A MONTH FOR REMEMBRANCE

Remembrance, particularly Remembrance Sunday, this year celebrated on 9 November, is a national opportunity to remember the service and sacrifice of all those that have defended our freedoms and protected our way of life.

We are flying the Royal British Legion flag from the Town Hall this month to remember the Armed Forces, and their families, from Britain and the Commonwealth and the vital role played by the emergency services and to those who have lost their lives as a result of conflict or terrorism.

 Royal British Legion | Armed Forces Charity

As a Council, we are delighted to mark St Andrew’s Day and celebrate Scotland’s Patron Saint.

Over the coming year, we look forward to recognising each of the national days of the home countries.

This week, we especially acknowledge the members of our community with Scottish heritage and warmly celebrate the many contributions they make to life in Thornbury.