Eye on Politics – Nus Ghani

This month, we come together to pay respects to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice while defending our freedoms and protecting our way of life. The period leading up to Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday is always humbling and poignant as we commemorate the fallen and honour the sacrifices made by the Armed Forces, past and present.

Remembrance Day is also a national opportunity to recognise those who continue to serve our country at home and abroad today. British Armed Forces are the ultimate defenders of our security and freedom. They are respected the world over and we rely on them to keep us safe at home and abroad. Most recently, through a training programme of Ukrainian volunteer recruits, they have been instrumental in helping Ukraine to rebuild its forces and scale-up its resistance as they continue to defend their country’s sovereignty against Putin’s aggression.

I was also pleased to support the Remember Together campaign, which highlights and celebrates the service and sacrifice of diverse military communities. The armies that fought in WW2 were the largest multicultural force that has ever served together. They looked a lot like modern Britain, with people of every cultural background fighting for our future. Our history includes the sacrifices of millions of servicemen and women from India, Africa and the Caribbean, and it is important that their contribution is acknowledged and commemorated too.

Many of our towns and villages across Wealden have had a long connection to the military. Every year, I attend a memorial service alongside people of all ages and backgrounds from across communities from all parts of Wealden. It is always an honour to stand with local veterans and meet those who currently serve our country, and I will continue to campaign for the recognition, care, and post-service security that they deserve.

Please visit my website www.nusghani.org.uk for more information on my work. If you are a Wealden resident and require my assistance, please email me at nusrat.ghani.mp@parliament.uk.