Veterans’ Minister condemns Prime Minister's early departure
Rishi Sunak's decision to leave the D-Day event early was labeled a "significant mistake" by his Veterans’ Minister, Johnny Mercer. Mercer expressed his disappointment, stating that the incident was disheartening, especially for someone in his position, during an interview on the Never Mind The Ballots show.
PM apologizes for skipping commemorative ceremony
Sunak flew back from France to film an interview, leaving Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron to attend the international reception on Omaha Beach in his place. The Prime Minister later issued an apology for his early departure, admitting that it was a mistake not to stay longer in France.
Political reactions and criticism
Other political leaders, including Reform chief Nigel Farage and Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey, criticized Sunak's absence at the event. Mercer also took a swipe at Labour, accusing them of merely paying lip service to veterans without implementing effective policies to support them.
Former Colonel Alistair Carns shares disappointment
Former Royal Marine Alistair Carns, who recently resigned from the military to join the Labour party, described the PM's early departure as a mistake. He emphasized the importance of representing the country at such significant events and commended Keir Starmer for staying throughout.
