War memorials given £2 million boost on Remembrance Sunday
War memorials across the UK will receive a £2 million boost as ministers reaffirm their commitment to preserving them as sacred spaces. The funding extends the National Heritage Memorial Fund’s ongoing efforts to protect the nation’s key heritage sites and will help communities maintain and restore their local war memorials.
The announcement coincides with Remembrance Sunday, when citizens across the country gather to remember and honour those who gave their lives in military service.
Statement from the Culture Secretary
War memorials are more than historic structures. They are sacred spaces where communities come together to remember those who gave their lives for our freedom.
As we mark Remembrance Sunday and reflect on the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, it is our duty to ensure these memorials are conserved with the dignity and respect they deserve.
This funding will help communities across the country preserve these vital tributes, so that the sacrifices of all who have served, past and present, are never forgotten and their legacy endures for generations to come.
— Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy
Support for local restoration
Working alongside the War Memorials Trust, Historic England, and other organisations, the initiative will provide grants, technical advice, and expert guidance to aid local restoration efforts and ensure the continued preservation of these important landmarks.
Author’s Summary
The UK government allocates £2 million to safeguard war memorials, reinforcing national remembrance and providing communities with resources to preserve their local heritage.