In the UK what's the difference between a public holiday and a bank holiday and how many of each are there?
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Last updated Aug 19 2013.
Originally posted Aug 18 2013 11:41 PM.
Layla141
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Bank holidays Today
There is currently a total of 8 permanent bank and public holidays in England, Wales and Scotland and 10 in Northern Ireland. These include Christmas Day and Good Friday, which in England, Wales and Northern Ireland are common law' holidays (they are not specified by law as bank holidays but have become customary holidays because of common observance).
What are Bank Holidays?
British bank holidays are public holidays and have been recognised since 1871.
Why are they called Bank holidays?
The name Bank Holiday comes from the time when banks were shut and so no trading could take place.
https://www.gov.uk/bank-holidays