Celebrate VE Day this Bank Holiday weekend!
Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, there were numerous national and local events planned for the anniversary on Friday, which had also been declared a Bank Holiday. However, despite the ongoing restrictions of lockdown, there are still many ways in which people can be involved in marking this occasion.
Katherine Fletcher MP is supporting the work of the Royal British Legion, which is calling on individuals and communities to come together during key moments to pay tribute to the service and sacrifice of the entire Second World War generation.
At 11am on Friday, the Legion is encouraging people across all generations and communities to take part in a national moment of remembrance and pause for a two minute silence, in a socially distanced way, to honour the service and sacrifice of the Second World War generation, and also take the opportunity to reflect on the devastating impact Covid-19 has had on so many lives across the world.
Katherine said:
“This year’s Early May Bank Holiday would have seen communities right across South Ribble, and the nation, come together to mark this special anniversary. However, despite the restrictions that Covid-19 brings, it is perhaps more important than ever that we make the time to remember this pivotal moment in our history.”
“As you celebrate at home – and I hope you will celebrate – there are lots of things you can do. Some great ideas include; make your own Union Jack bunting, draw a poster like a V for Victory, share your pictures with #GreatBritishBunting and #VEDay75, or perhaps a “ Tommy in the window ” .
"I’ll be thinking of my grandparents and their peers, and it is an opportunity to honour and celebrate the bravery and sacrifice of a generation who gave so much so that we could be free from tyranny. We can commemorate and stay safe.”
People can also access remembrance activities at www.rbl.org.uk/veday75.
Royal British Legion Schedule
1100-1102 – Two Minute Silence
1115-1200 – The Royal British Legion VE75 Livestream
2000-2110 – VE Day 75: The People’s Celebration, BBC One
2100 – ‘We’ll Meet Again’ Singalong
