Council waives fees for WW2 street parties

Residents who want to organise a street party to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day and Victory over Japan (VJ) Day will not have to pay a road closure application fee, Kent County Council (KCC) has said.

The local authority says residents can apply to close a road for a party and to attach bunting or flags to streetlights.

A KCC spokesperson said to be eligible for the waiver, the road closure must be planned for the "sole purpose of holding a celebration street party in a residential area".

Neil Baker, cabinet member for highways and transport, said: "These occasions are a time of reflection and celebration, marking a momentous time in our nation's history.

"It is only right that we support people in any way we can who wish to celebrate.

'I would encourage anyone interested in hosting a street party to apply through our online form."

The closing date for the fee waiver application for VE day celebration is 22 March and 27 June for VJ Day.

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