People and communities
Closing date approaching for street party road closures
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To mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day and pay tribute to all those who served in World War II, Walsall Council is helping residents come together to commemorate this historic occasion and encouraging them to start planning their community celebrations.
A four-day national celebration will run from the Spring Bank Holiday Monday on 5 May 2025 until Thursday 8 May 2025, the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
There is still time to apply for road closures to host street parties and any road closure applications to Walsall Council over the bank holiday from Friday 2 May to Thursday 8 May 2025 will be free.
Residents who would like to apply for a road closure to hold a street party celebration will need to apply by the deadline of Thursday 17 April 2025. This is to make sure events are safe and applications are processed in time.
For advice about holding a street party and how to request an event road closure, visit the GOV.UK website.
To apply for a temporary road closure, visit the Walsall Council website.
Completed forms regarding street closures should be emailed to: trafficmanagement@walsall.gov.uk
“ Shared moments of celebration are important and help create strong and vibrant communities.
To help our residents celebrate, we’re waiving the usual fees for road closures but if you’re thinking of organising a street party or community event, it’s important to start planning now as deadlines are approaching for road closures and funding to local communities. “
For more information on VE Day 80 events, visit the official VE and VJ Day website and the Royal British Legion website.
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