As has been said before, as was the case for many communities across Wales, Remembrance Sunday was very different in Alyn and Deeside, and it was the same across the United Kingdom. But I was very grateful for the opportunity to lay a wreath in remembrance of those who made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve our freedoms. I did, however, miss seeing friends and neighbours on what is usually a big occasion in the civic calendar. However, it was right that veterans remained at the very heart of Sunday's and today's events, and I know the Minister will be delighted to know that 94-year-old Tom Oldfield was present at the service, and did his family, as he always does, very, very proud. The Minister will know we are immensely grateful to Tom in Connah's Quay. 

Llywydd, we did have some sad news in Alyn and Deeside this week. We lost a true hero. Gilbert Butler was 19 when he took part in the D-day landings. At 91 years of age, Gilbert received France's highest honour for his bravery—the Légion d'honneur. And that was presented to Gilbert by my dad four years ago. I'd like to take the opportunity today to say, 'Rest in peace, Gilbert, thank you for all you gave us'. My thoughts are very much with Gilbert's loved ones at this sad time.

Llywydd, if I may, I would also like to put on record my thanks to the armed forces for the way they have worked to tackle the challenge of the coronavirus, and all the work that they will continue to do in the years ahead. This debate is an opportunity to remember, and to put on record our cross-party tribute to all those who gave so much so that we could be free. In closing, Llywydd, I would like to say: at the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them.