Elected representatives and members of the Royal British Legion have been raising a flag this week in recognition of the Armed Forces.
This week is Armed Forces Week, the annual national campaign that gives everyone the opportunity to show their support for the men and women of the Armed Forces past and present, including currently serving troops, service families, Reservists, veterans and cadets.
Numerous virtual and socially distanced events are taking place across the country to commemorate the event, with flags raised on buildings and famous landmarks nationwide.
In Borehamwood, Hertsmere Borough Council's mayor Anne Swerling led a ceremony outside the council's civic offices.
She was joined by mayor of Elstree & Borehamwood Town Council Farida Turner, borough council Conservative leader Morris Bright and Hertsmere Labour group leader Jeremy Newmark, and council managing director Sajida Bijle, as well as representatives from the Royal British Legion, Father Andrew Burton, Mayor's chaplain, and bugler Adrian Temple.
Cllr Swerling said: "Armed Forces Day is a way that we can come together as a nation to recognise the outstanding dedication and commitment our military officers make in the service of their country.
"I just cannot emphasise enough the importance of the role performed by the women and men who make up our armed forces. They work around the world to defend the UK and its interests and to promote peace.
"We will be flying the Armed Forces flag outside our offices all week as a small token of our thanks and appreciation."
The Hertfordshire Armed Forces Covenant is a commitment from public and private organisations in the county to support the active and retired Armed Forces community living and working in Hertfordshire.
The convenant aims to support active personnel looking to leave service and settle in Hertfordshire, reservists living in the area or anyone with any other connection to the armed forces. Visit www.hertfordshireheroes.org to find out more.
Former service personnel living in Hertsmere can now also benefit from discounted leisure centre membership at the Furzefield leisure centre in Potters Bar, Bushey Grove leisure centre and The Venue leisure centre in Borehamwood.
The deal, proposed by leisure provider, InspireAll Leisure and family support services and approved by Hertsmere borough councillors, means that former armed forces personnel can benefit from unlimited access to fitness, spa and swimming facilities, at reduced cost.
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