Police Officers from around the country are preparing to remember comrades who have made the ultimate sacrifice on duty at the forthcoming National Police Memorial Day.
The annual event – which is in its eighth year – is being held at the Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow on September 25 and is an opportunity to reflect the courage and commitment of the fallen.
The occasion is also a time for family members to remember their lost loved ones.
This year's congregation, which is expected to number some 2,000, is also set to include senior political figures as well as every chief constable in the UK.
Always dignified and sensitive, the service evokes a mixture of emotions, from sadness of loss to immense pride at the valour and ultimate sacrifice of fallen officers.
National Police Memorial Day was founded in 2004 by Sgt Joe Holness and is annually rotated around the UK. Last year's event was held in Northern Ireland (pictured above).
Attendees at the service in Belfast included Northern Ireland Justice Minister David Ford, Home Secretary Theresa May and PSNI Chief Constable Matt Baggott.
Article Courtesy of: Cliff Caswell - www.policeoracle.com
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Oh yes, they must be remembered.
Oh yes, they must be remembered.
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