A Causeway Coast & Glens councillor wants Council to explore the possibility of Coleraine hosting the 2028 NATIONAL Armed Forces Day.

DUP Cllr Philip Anderson has tabled a notice of motion to be discussed at a full meeting of Causeway Coast and Glens Council on June 30.

The motion tabled by Cllr Anderson, who is also the Council’s Veterans’ Champion, reads: “Following on from the tremendous success of the Regional Armed Forces Day 2026, that this Council explores the opportunity to host National Armed Forces Day 2028 and submits a bid to the relevant authorities.”

The motion was seconded by his party colleague, Cllr Tanya Elder.

Cllr Philip Anderson has tabled a notice of motion asking Council to explore the possibility of Coleraine hosting the 2028 National Armed Forces Day.

placeholder image — Cllr Philip Anderson has tabled a notice of motion asking Council to explore the possibility of Coleraine hosting the 2028 National Armed Forces Day.

Recently, Cllr Anderson said he was ‘thrilled’ by the success of Armed Forces Day in Coleraine on June 20.

Councillor Anderson described the day as ‘truly magnificent’ and paid tribute to “all of the Council staff who worked so hard behind the scenes to ensure the day was such a tremendous success.”

“I believe Saturday’s celebrations demonstrated that Causeway Coast and Glens has the capability, experience and community spirit to deliver exceptional events.

“It is estimated that around 25,000 people attended and enjoyed the day, making it one of the largest events ever held in Coleraine,” he said.

"The tremendous turnout and positive feedback received demonstrate the strong support that exists across our community for the Armed Forces, veterans and their families.”