PUBS OPEN LATER TO MARK VE DAY
Pubs in Teddington will be allowed to stay open for an extra two hours on VE Day next month to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe, the government has announced.
The Builders Arms in Field Lane has already announced plans for a VE Day celebration with the nearby road closed off and food and drink to be served in the street to raise a glass to the wartime heroes.
The government has announced licensing hours will be relaxed on 8 May to raise a glass and celebrate those who served in the war.
Parties are being planned for the day, 80 years after the Allies’ formal acceptance of Germany’s unconditional surrender, marking the end of all German military operations in Europe on 8 May 1945.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said: “As we mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, the whole country should come together to remember the incredible sacrifices made by the wartime generation and to celebrate the peace and freedom they secured for us all.
“Keeping our pubs open for longer will give people the opportunity to join in celebrations and raise a glass to all of the men and women who served their country, both overseas and at home.