Remembrance Sunday Parade as the nation pays respects

People watch as the wreaths are organised at the foot of the Cenotaph on Whitehall in London

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The King is set to lead the UK in a two-minute silence to remember those who died in conflict.

Charles will be joined by members of the royal family and senior politicians who will lay wreaths in London on Sunday at the National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph.

About 10,000 veterans will take part in the Royal British Legion’s march past, with over 300 different Armed Forces and civilian organisations represented.

People of all ages will be among those marching – from bereaved children and military cadets, through to some of the last surviving veterans of the Second World War.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham said: “I’m incredibly proud to be honouring those whose sacrifice continues to protect our way of life to this day.

“Remembrance Sunday gives us an opportunity, not only to mark that sacrifice and offer our gratitude, but also to reflect on its significance. To reflect on the selflessness and courage it takes to commit your life to protecting others.

“I want to offer my personal thanks to those who served and those who continue to serve in our Armed Forces communities to this day.”

The King attends The Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance event at the Royal Albert Hall

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RAF veteran Steve Hooper, 43, served as a mechanical transport driver during the Iraq War. He will be marching with the Invictus Games Alumni group.

He said: “I saw a lot of trauma in Iraq as an ambulance driver, and when I came back, I was struggling with sleep and having flashbacks. If it wasn’t for the support I received from the Royal British Legion through the Invictus Games, I don’t know where I’d be today.

“I am proud to be marching alongside my fellow team members as we reflect on our recovery journeys and remember all those who weren’t as lucky. I’ll also be thinking about the families who still live with the impact of service and conflict. For me, it’s a time to pause, acknowledge and remember.”

At 103 years old, Women’s Land Army veteran Annie Duplock will be taking part in the march past for the first time.

Ms Duplock joined the Land Army in 1940, aged 16, having lied about her age to enrol.

Based at a farm in Leicestershire for four years, she worked long days milking cows, ploughing fields and harvesting crops, helping to feed the nation during the Second World War.

More than 80 years on, she said: “I feel very honoured to be taking part in the parade and to represent the Land Girls. I’m very excited, although a little apprehensive as I don’t quite know what to expect.

“I think it will be a very emotional day, bringing back memories of all those who didn’t return home. It will be lovely to be there and remember them.”

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Zack Polanski attends Remembrance Sunday

Green Party leader Zack Polanski was among those on a balcony of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office ahead of the Remembrance Day ceremony.

The Foot Guards and the Pipers and Drums played marching songs to the assembled crowd.

Green Party leader Zack Polanski attends The 2026 National Service Of Remembrance at The Cenotaph

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Mass bands are gathered

The mass bands are gathered, with bands performing from the Household Division, the Coldstream Grenadier Scots and Welsh Guards, the central band of the RAF Regiment and HM Royal Marines Portsmouth, along with pipes and drums from the Second Battalion Regiment of Scotland.

Lt Col Paul Collis-Smith, director of music, conducted the bands as they performed a rousing renditions of Rule Britannia and the Official March of the Royal Navy, written in 1759 for David Garrick’s pantomime Parlequin’s Invasion, in honour of British victories against the French.

A military band plays on Whitehall

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The Band of the Royal Marines performs during Remembrance Sunday ceremony at the Cenotaph

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Chelsea pensioners and veterans arrive for Remembrance service

Chelsea Pensioners and other veterans have arrived for Remembrance Sunday. Chelsea Pensioners are retired British Army veterans who live at the historic Royal Hospital Chelsea in London.

Founded in 1682 by King Charles II, the community houses roughly 300 ex-servicemen and servicewomen who surrender their army pensions in exchange for full board, companionship, and advanced medical care.

They are recognised by the long scarlet coats and black tricorn hats worn during ceremonial parades and public outings.

Acting as vital ambassadors for British military heritage, the historic institution continues to modernise and has proudly admitted female veterans since 2009.

Chelsea Pensioners arriving on Whitehall ahead of the Remembrance Sunday service in London. Picture date: Sunday November 8, 2026.

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Veterans muster on Whitehall ahead of the Remembrance Sunday service in London. Picture date: Sunday November 8, 2026.

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'Defence runs in my blood', says Wes Streeting

Defence Secretary Wes Streeting invoked his childhood memories ahead of today's remembrance service.

"I grew up with my grandfather and great-grandfather’s war medals proudly on display in our living room," he said.

"Defence runs in my blood and I feel intently the importance of remembrance to those who have served and their families.

"This weekend is a moment to pause and reflect on the enormous debt we owe to our Armed Forces, to pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice defending our freedoms, and to thank the personnel keeping us safe tonight."

Land girl, 103, to join march past for first time

At 103 years old, Women’s Land Army veteran Annie Duplock will be taking part in the march past for the first time.

Ms Duplock joined the Land Army in 1940, aged 16, having lied about her age to enrol.

Based at a farm in Leicestershire for four years, she worked long days milking cows, ploughing fields and harvesting crops, helping to feed the nation during the Second World War.

More than 80 years on, she said: “I feel very honoured to be taking part in the parade and to represent the Land Girls. I’m very excited, although a little apprehensive as I don’t quite know what to expect.

“I think it will be a very emotional day, bringing back memories of all those who didn’t return home. It will be lovely to be there and remember them.”

'Is about the selflessness and courage to protect others'

Prime Minister Andy Burnham said: “I’m incredibly proud to be honouring those whose sacrifice continues to protect our way of life to this day.

“Remembrance Sunday gives us an opportunity, not only to mark that sacrifice and offer our gratitude, but also to reflect on its significance. To reflect on the selflessness and courage it takes to commit your life to protecting others.

“I want to offer my personal thanks to those who served and those who continue to serve in our Armed Forces communities to this day.”

Prime Minister Andy Burnham (Carlos Jasso/PA)

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The King will lead tributes

The King is set to lead the UK in a two-minute silence to remember those who died in conflict.

Charles will be joined by members of the royal family and senior politicians who will lay wreaths in London on Sunday at the National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph.

About 10,000 veterans will take part in the Royal British Legion’s march past, with over 300 different Armed Forces and civilian organisations represented.