A two-minute silence to remember the lives of those lost in the war was observed outside Hertsmere Borough Council's offices in Borehamwood today.

To mark Armistice Day, at 11am the Mayor of Hertsmere, Councillor Anne Swerling, led a poignant ceremony attended by other civic dignitaries, councillors, council employees and members of the public.

As part of the ceremony, a reading was given by Royal British Legion representative Brian Dee, before a bugler played the Last Post and the crowd fell silent to remember those who have been affected by war and conflict.

The ceremony ended with the raising of the Remembrance Day flag and a prayer from the Mayor's Chaplain, Father Andrew Burton.

Cllr Swerling said: "It was a privilege to lead today’s ceremony in honour of those who tragically lost their lives in both the world wars, as well as all subsequent conflicts.

"The two minutes' silence gives us an opportunity to reflect on the suffering endured by the brave war heroes, and to honour

their sacrifice.

"We wear our poppies with pride today, as today marks 100 years since the establishment of the first British Poppy Day, on the third anniversary of the end of the First World War.

"We must acknowledge that without the soldiers who served, we would not have the freedom we have today, and we are blessed to have the continued protection given by the soldiers who continue serving our country."