Annual Battle of Britain Parade in Newcastle-under-Lyme

Summary

That this House recognises the outstanding contribution of the Newcastle-under-Lyme Branch of the Royal Air Forces Association; notes their important role in organising the annual Battle of Britain Parade, that took place on Sunday 20 September 2026; further notes that a Service of Thanksgiving took place at St Giles Church, in Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre, followed by an Act of Remembrance and the laying of wreaths at the Cenotaph; pays tribute to the Branch Secretary, Sue Godwin, and to the Chairman and Standard Bearer, Calvin Johnson, for their continued dedication to keeping alive the memory of the fallen, and those who survived the Battle of Britain; further recognises the vital work of the Royal Air Forces Association in supporting RAF veterans and their families in Newcastle-under-Lyme and across the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; and encourages the people of Newcastle-under-Lyme to always honour the sacrifice of those who gave their tomorrow for today.

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Timeline

1. 19 October 2026

   Early Day Motion

   That this House recognises the outstanding contribution of the Newcastle-under-Lyme Branch of the Royal Air Forces Association; notes their important role in organising the annual Battle of Britain Parade, that took place on Sunday 20 September 2026; further notes that a Service of Thanksgiving took place at St Giles Church, in Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre, followed by an Act of Remembrance and the laying of wreaths at the Cenotaph; pays tribute to the Branch Secretary, Sue Godwin, and to the Chairman and Standard Bearer, Calvin Johnson, for their continued dedication to keeping alive the memory of the fallen, and those who survived the Battle of Britain; further recognises the vital work of the Royal Air Forces Association in supporting RAF veterans and their families in Newcastle-under-Lyme and across the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; and encourages the people of Newcastle-under-Lyme to always honour the sacrifice of those who gave their tomorrow for today.

   Source: Early Day Motion

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• Adam Jogee · Labour · Primary sponsor

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