The early May bank holiday in 2020 has been moved from Monday May 4 to Friday May 8.
Last year, former Business Secretary Greg Clark announced that due to VE day taking place on May 8, the early May bank holiday would change.
The occasion remembers the contribution of British, Commonwealth and Allied armed forces personnel; those who contributed to the war effort and safeguarded the Home Front.
As well as marking the Allies’ victory in 1945, day also serves as an opportunity to pay tribute to those who have served and continue to serve in the UK Armed Forces and their families.
At the time, Mr Clark said: "Moving next year’s early May bank holiday to VE Day itself is a right and fitting tribute. It will ensure as many people as possible have the opportunity to remember and honour our heroes of the Second World War and reflect on the sacrifices of a generation."
However, due to the effect of the coronavirus pandemic, this year's commemorations for the 75th anniversary of victory in Europe day have had to be cancelled or moved online.
To help families mark the occasion, the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) is launching a digital campaign to collect photos, stories and memories of those who lived through the hardships of the war.
The public can submit their contribution by using the hashtag #ShareYourTribute on social media, or by uploading it to a special section on the CWGC's website from Monday.
The CWGC maintains memorials and cemeteries around the world that commemorate the 1.7 million Commonwealth servicemen and women who died during the two world wars.
To add a tribute to the online Wall of Remembrance visit: cwgc.org/share-your-tribute.
