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2025 marks the 80th anniversaries of VE Day (Victory in Europe Day) on 8 May and VJ Day (Victory over Japan Day) on 15 August.
Friday 8 May 2015 is the anniversary of VE Day (Victory in Europe Day), marking 70 years since the end of the second world war in Europe.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's statement to mark eighty-one years since VE Day.
Guidance on watching and attending the VE Day 80 procession and flypast (5 May 2025)
A Service of Remembrance to mark the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.
Four day celebrations will mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe in May
UK Government buildings will observe a two-minute national silence at 12:00 on Thursday 8 May 2025 to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day (Victory in Europe Day).
Guidance on how your community can join in with the lighting of the VE Day anniversary beacons.
Ambassador Holland reflects on the framework for stability that we have collectively built since the end of WW2 which, when respected, has the potential to prevent further conflict.
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