The Queen and other members of the royal family will lead the nation today in marking the 70th anniversary of VJ Day.
A series of events in London will commemorate the sacrifices of British Second World War forces who fought and died defeating Japan.
Taxi drivers will be providing free transport for veterans attending the VJ Day commemorations taking place in London today.
The cabbies are offering their services to the London Taxi Benevolent Association for War Disabled - known as the Taxi Charity.
They will be driving the veterans to Horse Guards Parade for the ceremony to mark the 70th anniversary of Victory over Japan.
The unlicensed events unfolded on Saturday night at Clapham Common and Tooting Bec Common.
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