I was recently privileged to attend Beverley Armed Forces Day at Leconfield Army Base. As usual the event was filled with fascination for the whole family.

Since my late father was in the Royal Navy for many years, I always feel a sense of nostalgia at Armed Forces Day. I am reminded of many visits to Navy, Air Force and Army museums as a child.

Linda and I had a chance to discuss various things with the policemen at the police stand.

There were various vehicles used by the Army on display.

The unfortunate situation in Ukraine has shown that we may need our Army one day to protect us against unpredictable actors in an unpredictable world.

Several times I have visited Leconfield Army Base and I have always been impressed by the friendliness and openness of the personnel I met. This day was no different.