Remaining 2024 bank holidays and a sneak peek at 2025 dates for England and Wales
The second May bank holiday is upon us today, Monday, providing many with a much-needed long weekend.
Being aware of the UK's bank holidays in advance can be beneficial for planning time off and making the most of these dates. There are still three bank holidays left in 2024. Many workplaces and schools shut their doors on bank holidays.
However, it's important to remember that employers aren't required to offer paid leave on bank or public holidays and these holidays can also affect when and how benefits are distributed.
Here are the remaining bank holidays in 2024 for England and Wales:
Monday, August 26 - Summer bank holiday
Wednesday, December 25 - Christmas Day
Thursday, December 26 - Boxing Day
And here's the full list of bank holidays for 2025 in England and Wales.
Wednesday, January 1 - New Year's Day
Friday, April 18 - Good Friday
Monday, April 21 - Easter Monday
Monday, May 5 - Early May bank holiday
Monday, May 26 - Spring bank holiday
Monday, August 25 - Summer bank holiday
Thursday, December 25 - Christmas Day
Friday, December 26 - Boxing Day
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