Armed forces news and events
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Press releases
5 October 2026 - Cumberland Council care home recognised for outstanding support to Armed Forces veterans
12 September 2026 - Free rail travel expanded to bereaved veteran families this Remembrance weekend (GOV.UK)
29 June 2026 - Carlisle comes together to mark Armed Forces Day
21 May 2026 - Armed Forces Day 2026
16 December 2025 - Cumberland Council improves support for veterans accessing Disabled Facilities Grants
Read earlier news stories about armed forces support, commemorative events and local initiatives.