Staffordshire Commissioner for Police, Fire and Rescue and Crime, Matthew Ellis has praised people’s continued good behaviour in abiding by the lockdown, but says it’s vital it is maintained over the bank holiday weekend.
‘Everyone has done so well in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent in keeping to the guidelines and it makes me proud. People have been patient and persevered, but they now need to stay the course and keep it up a while longer,’ said Mr Ellis.
‘Everyone’s patience will pay off and it will be worth the sacrifices in saving lives and protecting the NHS, but we can’t give up now, people need to continue staying at home.
‘I hope people will mark VE Day, but in appropriate ways from home, while still observing lockdown rules and protecting veterans and our loved ones.’
The 75th anniversary of VE Day is an opportunity for us all to remember the enormous sacrifice, courage and determination of the Second World War generation.
The Royal British Legion is calling on people across the UK to join in a moment of reflection and Remembrance at 11am on Friday, 8 May, the 75th Anniversary of VE Day and pause for a two minute silence to honour the service and sacrifice of the Second World War generation and reflect on the devastating impact Covid-19 has had on so many lives across the world.
