As the nation commemorates VE Day, Labour is announcing a new UK-wide veteran support system, called VALOUR, to ensure veterans have easier access to care and support. We owe a debt of gratitude to those prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Today, the nation unites to mark 80 years since VE Day – a moment that ended years of conflict in Europe and changed the world forever. In London, a military procession and a flypast honours the bravery of those who fought for our freedom. 🇬🇧 #VEDay80

It was really special to welcome heroes of 1945 and military families to Downing Street today — together we celebrated a Britain that is free and secure, as they did eighty years ago. #VEDay80

Today we mark 80 years since VE Day — a day that ended a devastating war in Europe. We honour the sacrifice of all who served, and reflect on eight decades of peace built through cooperation, remembrance, and resolve. We must never take it for granted. #VEDay80

Four British former soldiers have made history by climbing Mount Everest in under five days, aided by xenon gas and without acclimatising. #BBCPM spoke to one of the climbers, Veterans Minister Al Carns.

A new era of threat requires a new era for defence. The Strategic Defence Review marks a landmark shift in our deterrence and defence ⬇️

"For the British Army, this Review marks genuine change." The Army's proposition was accepted in full… from our Strategic Reserve Corps, to our Standing Joint Command, this Review enables us to fight and win battles on and from the land in the way that we know we need to, and

Happy #ArmedForcesDay! 🇬🇧 Today we celebrate our serving personnel, veterans, and the families who support them. Thank you for your courage, commitment, and sacrifice — we are proud to stand with you. #SaluteOurForces #ArmedForcesDay2025

The Armed Forces Covenant Ensuring that the Armed Forces community is not disadvantaged due to service. I am delighted to announce on Armed Forces week that the Covenant Legal Duty will be extended from four to fourteen Government Departments Housing Matthew Pennycook MP Education