THE Union Flag has been raised above the Council House in Malvern in the run-up to Armed Forces Day 2015, which takes place on Saturday.

A flag-raising ceremony was held on Monday, led by Cllr Barbara Williams, chairman of Malvern Hills District Council,

Cllr Williams said: “It is a privilege to be part of such an important tradition - raising the flag for the Armed Forces community, to remember those who have made sacrifices serving our country and to celebrate the men and women of the UK Armed Forces.

“Armed Forces Day is a great opportunity for the local community to come together to show their support and appreciation for our armed forces and all the good work they do.”