VE Day 80 - Scout and Poppy Occasional Uniform Badge

Thursday, 8 May, is VE Day 80 (Victory in Europe Day). This marks 80 years since the end of the Second World War in Europe, with the surrender of Nazi Germany to the Allies in May 1945.

The day is an opportunity to remember the 450,000 from the UK who lost their lives in the war (including 70,000 civilians) as well as the millions more across Europe and around the world. The event will be marked by commemorative events across the UK.

Scouts are invited to light beacons and Lamp Lights of Peace at 9.30pm on Thursday, 8 May.