Southern Vectis is showing its support for the Royal British Legion by displaying poppies on all its buses this November.
The Isle of Wight bus operator is also offering all those wearing their military uniform, displaying medals or showing their military ID card, free travel all day on Thursday 11th November and Sunday 14th November.
Andrew Wickham, Managing Director of Southern Vectis, says:
“People across the island are rightfully proud of our country’s military – as is the team here at Southern Vectis. As part of this community, we are keen to show our support for servicemen and women.
“The work our troops do in unimaginably hostile war zones is incredibly humbling. And we hope, by proudly displaying our poppies and raising awareness for this worthwhile cause, we’re backing our words with actions.
“Offering free travel on Thursday 11 November and Sunday 14 November to those serving, past and present, is our small gesture to make it easier for people to attend Armistice and Remembrance services.
“Our drivers will also be pulling over, if it is safe to do so, at 11am as a mark of respect to observe the two minutes’ silence.”
The Poppy Appeal is the Royal British Legion’s annual fundraising initiative, starting in late October and running through to Armistice Day on 11th November.
