But a private wreath-laying ceremony took place at the war memorial in the city centre to be broadcast online on the day.
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Preston’s Parade Marshal, former Scots Guards Warrant Officer Michael Nutter, would have played a key role in the city’s Remembrance Sunday ceremony.
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He said: “I fully agree with the decision to not hold the normal Remembrance Parade and event this year."
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"Instead I would encourage everyone to remember from home in ways appropriate to them, to place poppies in their windows, to support the Poppy Appeal and to watch Remembrance events online or on TV."
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“I appreciate how disappointing it will be to so many people. But in my view, remembering in a different way this year will be one way to help protect the health of both individuals and the wider community during this difficult time.”