Petition · Cabinet Office
Declare a Bank Holiday in 2025 for the 80th anniversaries VE Day and VJ Day
Closed
735 signatures
What the petition asks
I would like the Government to declare a special Bank Holiday in 2025 to commemorate the 80th anniversaries of Victory in Europe (VE) Day and Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, marking the end of World War II in Europe and the Pacific.
I believe that the 80th anniversaries provide a unique opportunity to honour the sacrifices and resilience of those who lived, fought, and contributed to the war effort during World War II.
Many veterans and civilians who experienced the war are now in their late 90s or older, making this potentially one of the last major milestones where we can celebrate their shared sacrifice during WW2. I believe that we as a country owe them this.
Many veterans and civilians who experienced the war are now in their late 90s or older, making this potentially one of the last major milestones where we can celebrate their shared sacrifice during WW2. I believe that we as a country owe them this.
Timeline
| 13 Jan 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 13 Jul 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
735
Status
Closed
Department
Cabinet Office
Opened
13 Jan 2025
Closed
13 Jul 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 2 Aug 2026.