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Peggy Woolley to feature in Archers prequel for VE Day 80th anniversary

June Spencer, who played Peggy for more than 70 years, died last year aged 105.

Evening Standard

VE Day parade to go ahead after councillor suggested it would be ‘elitist’

Dacorum Borough Council cabinet member Caroline Smith-Wright had told a meeting on April 2 that there were no plans for a parade.

The Independent UK

Award-winning actors to star in Second World War film released for VE Day

Olivier Award-winning actor Julian Glover will feature in The Next Morning, written by James Graham.

Evening Standard

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Veterans recall ‘euphoric’ VE Day celebrations ahead of 80th anniversary

Attendees, aged between 96 and 100, gathered for a tea party at The Ritz to share memories of the historic day.

Evening Standard

Matt Goss releasing 'emotional' charity single for 80th anniversary of VE Day

Bros star Matt Goss has teamed up with The Not Forgotten charity to release the song 'Not Forgotten' to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, with all proceeds going to the organisation to help veterans.

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Lisa Nandy urges next generation to ‘carry the torch’ before VE Day anniversary

The Culture Secretary announced the full programme of events to mark the anniversary.

Evening Standard

Get Ready for a Busy Royal Spring After Historic Events in London Announced

The Royal Family will help celebrate a major anniversary this May.

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Public urged to commemorate VE Day 80th anniversary with street parties

Victory in Europe Day is celebrated on May 8 each year to mark when the Allies formally accepted Germany’s surrender in 1945.

Evening Standard

Veterans join countdown to VE Day anniversary with full-size Spitfire replica

An anniversary concert on May 8 will celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day with music and personal memories.

Evening Standard

Veterans countdown to VE Day anniversary with full-size Spitfire replica

An anniversary concert on May 8 will celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day with music and personal memories

The Independent UK

Pipers to count down to 80th anniversary of VE Day with 80 days of piping

Pipe Major Lady Jane Macrae said this year’s commemoration was especially important because of the dwindling number of veterans.

The Independent UK

VE Day 80th anniversary celebrations might be ‘last chance to thank veterans’

TV presenter and actor Ross Kemp and Olympic gold medallist Dame Kelly Holmes launched the memorial programme at a London school.

The Independent UK

Pageant master hopes to start nationwide singalong to mark 80 years since VE Day

Bruno Peek has proposed the nation sings the hymn I Vow To Thee My Country.

Evening Standard

Second World War veterans urged to register for VE Day and VJ Day events

The anniversaries are in May and August this year.

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Marie Claire

This Historic 2025 Royal Family Photo Op "Might Feel a Bit Like Overkill," Per Royal Author

Robert Hardman tells 'Marie Claire' that "people have an appetite to see the family, but it's a limited appetite."

Evening Standard

Royal family sets sights on return to normality with more overseas tours in 2025

The King and Queen and other members of the royal family are also expected to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day – and welcome a new royal baby.

International Business Times UK

Is There An Extra Bank Holiday In 2025: Downing Street Says 'No' Despite Additional Days In Previous Years

Downing Street has denied rumours of an extra bank holiday in 2025 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

The Guardian - UK

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Fish and chips for VE Day? Battle begins over how UK marks 80th anniversary

King’s pageant master is at odds with Royal British Legion and government over events for the big day

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Capitol Lens | Ukraine honors VE Day - Roll Call

Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova talks with 98-year-old Army veteran George Arnstein at the National World War II Memorial on Monday.

The Independent UK

Watch: French president Emmanuel Macron commemorates VE Day in Paris

French president Emmanuel Macron this morning took part in ceremonies marking VE Day, celebrating the end of World War II in Europe (8 May).

Daily Record

Scots family honour memory of WW2 hero grandad who was first soldier to land on Guernsey soil after liberation

To honour Sergeant-Major Robert Shaw's memory, his three children and four grandchildren have travelled from Scotland to attend the postponed VE Day 75th anniversary celebrations today.

Newsroom.co.nz

Tyranny was defeated in 1945, and it must be today against Russia

VE Day reminds us of the tragically high costs of not resisting aggression and violations of international norms, writes Roberto Rabel

Liverpool Echo

When is VE Day 2022 and why we observe it in Europe

During lockdown in 2020, it was the 75th anniversary of VE Day

Evening Standard

When are VE Day and VJ Day 2025? Meaning, UK celebrations and why we observe them

These annual events typically see people gather for street parties, parades and community activities to honour those who fought during the Second World War

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