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Commonwealth War Graves Commission

Asked by Adam JogeeLabourMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 9 September 2024UIN 3464

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether he has held discussions with the Commonwealth War Graves Commission since his appointment.

Answered by Al Carns

The Secretary of State for Defence recognises the important work conducted by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) in maintaining the graves and memorials of fallen sailors, soldiers and aviators from the two world wars, in 23,000 locations across more than 150 countries and territories, and in telling their stories to new generations. Having engaged previously with the CWGC, the Secretary of State now looks forward to meeting the Commissioners, and working with them, in his capacity as Chair of the Commission.

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