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Brits 'to get extra bank holiday' next year to mark anniversary
A new bank holiday is said to be proposed for Brits to celebrate the 'Greatest Generation' in 2025 and will be celebrated every year after - but a date is yet to be confirmed
Second world war veteran Marie Scott who served on HMS Victory as a switchboard operator (Image: HUMPHREY NEMAR)There was another bank holiday added for King Charles's coronation on 8 May 2023, which turned into a much-appreciated long weekend. Dick Goodwin, Vice President of the Taxi Charity for Military Veterans, said with enthusiasm: "We are looking forward to celebrating with the remaining Second World War heroes - they deserve Britain's gratitude and respect for their courage and sacrifice. A spokesperson for the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport told the Express:"The 80th anniversaries of VE and VJ Day will be moments of huge significance for our country, and the Government is committed to commemorating the occasions appropriately.
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