The National Police Memorial Day serves as a reminder of the sacrifices that officers have made in keeping the public safe, says South Wales Police Federation chair Phil Walker.

Phil will join families of fallen officers, representatives of UK police services and forces, and distinguished guests this weekend to honour more than 5,000 police men and women who have lost their lives on duty.

He said: “The National Police Memorial Day is a really important day for the police family.

“It gives us a chance to come together to pay our respects and remember those officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice during their duty.

Support

“It’s also a chance to show our support for the loves ones they have left behind.

“And it’s a reminder of the very real risks that officers face in their jobs every single day, and of the sacrifices that thousands have made in protecting and serving the public.”

This year’s service takes place at 2pm on Sunday (29 September), and there is still time to register to attend the NPMD Service.

Ahead of it, there will be a parade from Glasgow’s George Square to the Royal Concert Hall involving the Police Scotland and Scottish Federation Pipe Band, and standard bearers carrying force flags from across the UK.

Guard of honour

A guard of honour made up of officers from the UK and abroad will welcome the pipe band and the force standards procession.

There will be a Police Scotland flypast above the Royal Concert Hall at 12.40pm and vintage police vehicles will be on display in George Square.

The NPMD Tribute Wall is now live for people to share their memories and messages, and will remain online until a month after the NPMD weekend.

And for those who are unable to attend, an online service featuring highlights will be posted to the NPMD website after the event.

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