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I’ve got something pretty exciting to announce this morning…

The Royal British Legion has launched the Friends of the Forces Awards, a national awards scheme that recognises members of the public for supporting members of our Armed Forces in extraordinary and exceptional ways. It’s so important for serving men and women to know that we’re thinking of them and doing our best to safeguard their welfare.

And this is something close to Prince Harry’s heart, a Lieutenant with the Household Cavalry who has served in Afghanistan. His Royal Highness is pledging his full support to the Awards, saying, “The Friends of the Forces Awards recognise the extraordinary, and often unsung, efforts of members of the public to help and support members of our Armed Forces and their families. For those serving in the British Armed Forces, the knowledge that others are thinking of them has a hugely positive effect that cannot be underestimated. I remember that acutely.” Harry added: “These awards are an excellent idea, and I’m very proud to be involved. I encourage you to nominate anyone you know who is worthy of a Friends of the Forces Award.”

Entrants will be chosen from categories that recognise individual, young individual, community group and commercial organisation contributions. Winners will be announced in eight regions covering England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, and those who are lucky enough to be shortlisted will be invited to attend the Royal gala ceremony in London on 13th July.

Here at LegionLive I hear of so many acts of kindness by members of the public in tribute to our British Armed Forces, so do please nominate someone you know or step forward yourself and allow the Legion to say thank you! Head over to the Friends of the Forces website to find out more…