As a veteran myself and a former Defence Minister, it was particularly special to judge and give out an award at the ‘Soldiering On Awards 2023’ last week. Congratulations are in order for our neighbours, the Newtown Army Cadet Force, Gwent and Powys, which won the Education, Training and Development Award. This was an excellent occasion to champion Welsh military footprint and Wales’ proud armed forces community. Well done to everyone involved, bring on next year’s awards!