Go Thames Valley offers free bus travel to veterans on Remembrance Sunday

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Go Thames Valley offers free bus travel to veterans on Remembrance Sunday

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Go Thames Valley has announced free bus travel for veterans and serving military personnel on November 8, enabling them to attend Remembrance Sunday services.

The initiative covers journeys on Oxford Bus Company, Thames Travel, Carousel Buses and Pulhams services.

Go Thames Valley managing director Luke Marion said the offer recognises the sacrifices made by Armed Forces personnel from the First World War to the present day.

He also noted that veterans are employed throughout the business and that military bases are located within the communities it serves, adding that the scheme is intended as a gesture of appreciation for serving and former personnel.

To receive free travel, eligible passengers must present a service identity card, veterans badge or service medals, or travel in uniform.

Cadets are also included in the offer.

Bus drivers will be able to stop at the closest available stop at 11am and observe the national two-minute silence.

Remembrance Sunday takes place annually on the second Sunday of November and commemorates Armed Forces personnel who have died in military conflicts since the First World War.

Related ceremonies and services are scheduled to take place across the country.

Parades and other events in cities, towns and villages throughout the Go Thames Valley area are expected to result in diversions or delays on some bus routes.

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