Stagecoach offering free travel for military, ex-military and cadets on VE Day
Stagecoach North Scotland is providing free bus travel on May 8, to serving military, veterans, and cadets across its services in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Moray, Highlands and surrounding areas, this VE 80 Day.
VE Day commemorates the end of World War II in Europe on May 8 1945. The day honours the bravery and sacrifice of those who served, and is a time for reflection, remembrance and national pride on the 80th anniversary.
Eligible individuals – those in uniform or carrying a military ID, veteran’s with a veteran’s badge or medal, and cadets in uniform – can travel free on all Stagecoach North Scotland buses.
This initiative is backed by Stagecoach’s employee-led Veterans Network, created with the aim of uniting colleagues with shared experiences, amplifying their voices, driving positive change, and helping shape business decisions.
In recent years Stagecoach has shown its support to the Armed Forces community by also allowing free travel over Armed Forces Weekends and Remembrance Days.
David Beaton from Stagecoach North Scotland said: “We’re incredibly proud to employ many veterans, and it’s a privilege to recognise the bravery and dedication of our Armed Forces, cadets, and veterans.
“Offering free travel on VE 80 Day is a small gesture of appreciation for the enormous contribution made by our service men and women, past and present.”
The offer is available to all military and ex-military, excluding services operated by Megabus, TfL, and the Bee Network.
