54 h. ago Almond Valley MSP welcomes extra bank holiday for Scotland's World Cup clash

First Minister John Swinney has confirmed he will propose Monday 15 June 2026 as a national bank holiday, to mark Scotland’s participation in the tournament for the first time in almost 30 years.

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6 d. ago Bank Holidays Scotland: The full list of Scottish bank holidays in 2026 – including World Cup extra

Here is every Scottish bank holiday this year, as First Minister John Swinney proposes a national public holiday to celebrate Scotland at the World Cup.

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6 d. ago Scotland set for new public holiday in celebration of World Cup return

New bank holiday to mark mens national team playing in the World Cup for the first time since 1998

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6 d. ago Scotland gives fans bank holiday to watch first World Cup match

To mark Scotland's first game in the tournament in almost 20 years, the SNP have announced plans for a World Cup bank holiday.

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6 d. ago Scotland set for World Cup bank holiday on day of opening fixture

John Swinney wants to ensure as many people as possible can watch the match.

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8 d. ago Almond Valley MSP backs It’s Scotland’s Energy campaign from her party

A paper launched by First Minister John Swinney at the start of December claimed electricity bills for households in Scotland could be reduced by over one third through the creation of a distinct Scottish electricity market.

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