88 m. ago When is VE Day 2025? Here's when we mark the 80th anniversary of VE day, history and events planned

It’s been eight decades since the guns on the Eastern Front fell silent.

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2 h. ago Matt Goss releases charity single commemorating 80th anniversary of VE Day

Not Forgotten is a tribute to those who have served the country.

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4 h. ago Scots ship convoy to cross North Sea marking 80th anniversary of VE Day

"Everyone who crewed those small boats and ships taking the route knew they were risking their lives."

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6 h. ago VE Day plans revealed: Thousands to line streets of London for military procession to mark 80th anniversary

A procession of 1,300 armed forces personnel and a Red Arrows flypast are among the plans outlined to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day

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6 h. ago VE Day plans revealed: Thousands to line streets of London to mark 80th anniversary of end of World War II

A procession of 1,300 armed forces personnel and a Red Arrows flypast are among the plans outlined to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day

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13 h. ago How the royals will lead the nation in marking VE Day's 80th anniversary with King Charles and Camilla to be joined by William and Kate

From a Buckingham Palace balcony fly-past to hosting a tea party for veterans, the Royal Family will be front and centre of the country's commemorations for Victory in Europe.

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14 h. ago Thousands expected to line streets of London as Government reveals VE Day plans

A flypast by the Red Arrows is among the plans outlined to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

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22 h. ago Drama club joins in knitted postbox topper craze with VE Day theme ahead of latest show

The Stirling group's ‘Paras Over the Barras’ production has been especially chosen to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe.

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38 h. ago New Royal Mail stamps will honour 10 incredible heroes of World War II

They will mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day and the end of the Second World War

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50 h. ago Trafford Centre announces major event with army vehicles, military displays and street party

The Trafford Centre has unveiled plans for VE Day 80th anniversary celebrations

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50 h. ago VE Day 2025 guide: Ideas and events in London to commemorate the 80th anniversary

The allies saw victory in Europe 80 years ago

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51 h. ago The Mirror retells the extraordinary story of Britain's Heroes of World War II

Ahead of the 80th anniversary, the Daily Mirror has produced a series of commemorative pull outs to collect

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62 h. ago VE Day 2025: Veterans and celebs issue moving rallying cry for public to celebrate

With the 80th anniversary of VE Day in just two weeks time veterans have called on the public to mobilise and celebrate it - Brits are urged to have a street party, a picnic in the park or a BBQ

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5 d. ago Watch thousands of trans rights protesters rally in London against Supreme Court decision

London’s streets were filled with thousands of trans rights protesters who marched through the city days after the Supreme Court ruled on the definition of a woman.

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5 d. ago Thousands flood London streets in protest march against Supreme Court gender ruling

Thousands flood London streets in protest march against Supreme Court gender ruling  attitude.co.uk

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6 d. ago The full list of VE Day 80th anniversary events happening in Wales

When is VE Day 2025 and what is happening in Wales? We’ve compiled a guide to picnics, street parties and parades organised across the country

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6 d. ago Keir Starmer hails 'incredible sacrifice' as he announces major change to pubs

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer urged pubgoers to 'come together' for the 80th anniversary of VE Day next month, which will be marked by concerts, street parties and a change to licensing hours

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6 d. ago Pubs allowed to stay open later to mark VE Day 80th anniversary

Sir Keir Starmer has called for the nation to unite in honour as the UK marks 80 years since VE Day

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6 d. ago We'll drink to that! Keir Starmer announces pubs can stay open an extra two hours to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day

The Prime Minister has ordered that pubs and bars that usually close at 11pm be able to keep serving for an extra two hours on Thursday May 8 to celebrate.

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6 d. ago Scots pubs should mark VE Day 80th anniversary with 1am license, says Ian Murray

The Scottish Secretary has asked the SNP to allow pubs to stay open till 1am on Thursday, May 8 - like Keir Starmer has done for England.

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