Wrexham: Remembrance display vandalised at Ysgol Bro Alun

Despite the efforts and dedication of the students at Ysgol Bro Alun in Gwersyllt, poppies to show love and respect for Remembrance Day (November 11) have been "ripped" away from the school gates.

Deputy Mayor and local Councillor for Gwersyllt East Ward, Tina Mannering attended Ysgol Bro Alun last week to join students and staff in their annual tradition of displaying poppies along the school gates.

Cllr Tina Mannering with the poppy display outside Ysgol Bro Alun (Image: Cllr Tina Mannering) But after receiving the devastating news this weeky, Tina said: "I feel nothing hurts more than disappointment, which is what the children felt this morning, arriving at school to find their hard work vandalised.

"The children and teachers worked so hard making beautiful poppies to celebrate Remembrance Day and show their support and respect for the veterans fallen and still with us.

"It is unforgivable that someone could come along and tear down the art work. The display outside of the school gates, which should be a welcoming site, instead brought tears."

Helen Oldfield, headteacher at Ysgol Bro Alun said: "We are disappointed that the children’s contribution to the community’s acts of remembrance has been disrespected."

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The incident is believed to have happened during parents evening on October 21. Wrexham's community police have been informed.

It is tradition for schoolchildren across Wrexham to create moving displays for Remembrance Day, held annually on November 11.

The red poppy is a symbol of both Remembrance and hope, worn as a show of support for the Armed Forces community.