National Police Memorial Day Observed at Coventry Cathedral with Nationwide Participation

National Police Memorial Day is being observed with various commemorative events in both Canada and the UK to honor police and peace officers who have died in the line of duty. In Cobourg, Canada, flags at all municipal buildings will fly at half-staff on September 28 to mark the day, which was officially proclaimed in 1998 to recognize the ultimate sacrifice of these officers. In the UK, more than 1,000 people are expected to participate in a parade through Coventry, culminating in a memorial service at Coventry Cathedral, hosted for the first time in the West Midlands. The event in Coventry includes participation from police officers nationwide, historic police vehicles, memorabilia displays, and musical performances by the West Midlands Police brass band. Chief Constable Craig Gifford emphasized the event as a meaningful tribute to fallen officers and a celebration of the police community. Additionally, the Police Remembrance Trust will present the Elizabeth Emblem award to relatives of officers who died in public service, adding a poignant element to the remembrance.