Historic Honor for Suffolk Naval Heroes

Tuesday, 8 October 2024 06:00

A poignant and historic ceremony has taken place in Lowestoft.

Following the 49th annual service of remembrance for the Royal Naval Patrol Service, Lowestoft Town Council were honoured to bestow the 'Freedom of the Town' - the highest award it can honour - to the Royal Naval Patrol Service Association (RNPSA).

Speaking during the handing over of the award which took place at Sparrows Nest Gardens, the Mayor of Lowestoft, Cllr Nasima Begum said: "It is fitting that we are awarding the Freedom of the Town today in the shadow of the former RNPS Headquarters and its current museum and National Office. The title of Honorary Freedom of the Town celebrates the RNPSA's service to its members and its continued dedication to the town of Lowestoft."

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The 'Freedom of the Town' is the highest honour that the Town Council can bestow on a person or organisation and is reserved for persons or organisations of distinction who are linked to Lowestoft and have rendered eminent services to the Town.

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Nominations for the award of 'Freedom of the Town' are made by the public and considered by the Town Council. When awarded the 'Freedom of the Town', the title holder, or a representative from the organisation, is formally invited to attend all civic events organised by the Town Council.

Leo Whistock - is the National Secretary of the association, here's what he had to say about the award: