Wednesday, 25 January 2006, 21:16 GMT
Town will remember Holocaust Day
Children are joining Stafford's mayor to light candles in memory of those who lost their lives during the Holocaust.
Nearly 20 pupils from St Bede's School, in Bishton, will take part in the remembrance service at St Mary's Church, Stafford, on Friday.
The public is invited take part in the church service and light a candle.
Mayor Joyce Farnham said: "It is very important that we continue to remember those who lost their lives during wars and other atrocities."
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