House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
The 80th Anniversaries Of Victory In Europe And Victory Over Japan
13 March 2025 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Proposed by Stephanie Peacock Lab Barnsley South
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- Stephanie Peacock is announcing plans to commemorate the 80th anniversaries of VE and VJ Day.
- The government programme includes military parades, concerts, and services.
- Funding through The National Lottery Community Fund Awards For All will support community initiatives.
Issue summary
Stephanie Peacock is announcing plans to commemorate the 80th anniversaries of VE and VJ Day with a series of national events and programmes.
Action requested
The government has announced a programme of events including military parades, concerts, and services. Additionally, funding through The National Lottery Community Fund Awards For All will support community engagement initiatives such as street parties and educational outreach for young people to learn about the Second World War veterans' stories.
Key facts
- VE Day is on Thursday 8 May 2025; VJ Day is on 15 August.
- Funding is available through The National Lottery Community Fund Awards For All programme.
- Tip Top Towns initiative invites communities to share activities for VE Day 80.
- A new production titled 'The Next Morning' by James Graham will focus on post-war hopes and dreams.
- Imperial War Museums launches 'Letters to Loved Ones' project for school children.
- Commonwealth War Graves Commission is undertaking a mobile exhibition 'For Evermore'.