Memorial parade to remember 222 fallen

SIR, — I would like to inform your readers that the annual Newry and Mourne memorial Parade and service to commemorate the 222 men and woman of the police and armed services who died in the Newry and Mourne Council region as a result of their service will be held in Kilkeel on Sunday, May 21.

All serving and ex-police and military are warmly invited and parade participants should form up at Kilkeel fire station from 3pm. A memorial service will commence at the Police and Combined Services Memorial from 3.45pm.

Wreaths may be laid in remembrance of fallen comrades as part of the service.

If you require further information please telephone 07801 676579.

Yours etc,

S JONES,

Hon Secretary.