Discover the Upcoming Bank Holidays in the UK
Introduction:
Each year, the UK Government designates a set of bank holidays for the coming months. Typically, there are eight bank holidays in a standard year, but exceptional circumstances can lead to additional holidays. For instance, this year witnessed an extra bank holiday to commemorate the King’s Coronation.
The King’s Coronation:
In a memorable event this year, the King’s Coronation took place on May 6, followed by an additional bank holiday on May 8.
Remaining Bank Holidays in 2023:
As for the remainder of 2023, there are two more bank holidays:
- Monday, December 25 – Christmas Day
- Tuesday, December 26 – Boxing Day
Residents of Scotland have an extra bank holiday to look forward to on Thursday, November 30, in celebration of St. Andrew’s Day.
Employment Considerations:
It’s important to note that employers are not obligated to provide paid leave on bank or public holidays. Bank holidays can also impact the timing of wage and benefit payments.
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) typically disburse benefits on the working day preceding a bank holiday. For example, if a bank holiday falls on a Monday, and your benefits or pension would typically arrive on that day, you can expect the payment on the preceding Friday.
Complete List of Bank Holidays:
Remaining Bank Holidays in 2023:
- Thursday, November 30 – St. Andrew’s Day (Scotland)
- Monday, December 25 – Christmas Day
- Tuesday, December 26 – Boxing Day
All Bank Holidays in 2024:
- Monday, January 1 – New Year’s Day
- Friday, March 29 – Good Friday
- Monday, April 1 – Easter Monday
- Monday, May 6 – Early May bank holiday
- Monday, May 27 – Spring bank holiday
- Monday, August 26 – Summer bank holiday
- Wednesday, December 25 – Christmas Day
- Thursday, December 26 – Boxing Day
