4 d. ago World Cup bank holiday at risk for 180,000 Scots NHS workers, says MSP

MSP Ash Regan said NHS workers benefit from a bank holiday announced by the First Minister.

Economics

2 w. 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.

Politics

2 w. ago Starmer urged to give England public 'hangover holiday' after first World Cup match

EXCLUSIVE The Prime Minister is facing calls to follow Scotland’s lead by giving English football fans a bank holiday after the Three Lions' first World Cup game against Croatia

Politics

3 w. 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

Politics

3 w. 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.

Politics

3 w. 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.

Politics