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Victory in Europe Day Commemoration 2025-05-08

08 May 2025 · 2 other contributors

Opened by The Prime Minister Keir Starmer

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The Prime Minister raised concerns about victory in europe day commemoration 2025-05-08 in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Concerns raised during the debate
  • Specific asks of government not recorded
  • Commitments made by government none recorded

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Other contributors (2)
  • The Prime Minister Keir Starmer

    Asked Mr Speaker to suspend the sitting so that MPs could attend Westminster Abbey to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day, describing it as a significant victory for the nation.

  • Announced that the sitting would be suspended and outlined plans for MPs to form a procession through the bomb-scarred Churchill Arch in memory of those who stood firm during World War II.

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