‘Remembrance Sunday’ being observed in the UK

London-  An estimated 10,000 armed forces veterans are expected to take part in the Royal British Legion's marchpast on Sunday, 9^th November, also known as ‘Remebrance Sunday.’

80 years on from the end of the Second World War, about 20 veterans who served in the conflict will be in attendance.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said: "This Remembrance Sunday, we pause as a nation to honour all those who have served our country.

"We reflect on the extraordinary courage of our Armed Forces in the world wars and subsequent conflicts, whose service secured the freedoms we cherish today."

Reflecting on the 80th anniversary of WWII, Sir Keir spoke of "a generation who stood against tyranny and shaped our future".

He added: "Such sacrifice deserves more than silence, which is why this government remains committed to supporting veterans, their families and those who serve.

"Today, we remember, and we renew our promise to uphold the values they fought for."

‘Two-minute silence’

King Charles III will lead the nation in a two-minute silence during the Remembrance Sunday service at the Cenotaph later this morning.

The two-minute silence begins at 11am on Sunday, with the march starting at 11.25am.

Thousands of people are expected to line Whitehall to pay tribute.

Chief of the Defence Staff Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton said: "From the Cenotaph in London to memorials in towns and villages across the United Kingdom, and wherever our Armed Forces serve around the world, we pause to remember their courage, their sacrifice and their enduring legacy.

"We shall remember them."

Last night, Sir Keir joined members of the Royal Family at the Royal British Legion's Festival of Remembrance.

Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham hosted the festival and sang We'll Meet Again - telling the audience of the courage of her granddad, who is a veteran.

Harry Waddingham is 109 years old, and one of the oldest living men in the United Kingdom.