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This briefing provides an overview of a range of key statutory employment rights in Great Britain, including unfair dismissal, deduction from wages and working time.
This briefing provides an overview of a range of key statutory employment rights in Great Britain, including unfair dismissal, deduction from wages and working time.
That this House notes the immense pride, joy and sense of unity that would be generated across the UK should the England football team win the FIFA World Cup; recognises the contribution of players, coaches, staff and supporters in bringing communities together through a shared national celebration; further notes the historic significance of such an achievement; and calls on the Government to consider declaring a national bank holiday following an England World Cup victory, allowing people across the country the opportunity to celebrate this exceptional sporting achievement together.
That this House notes the immense pride, joy and sense of unity that would be generated across the UK should the England football team win the FIFA World Cup; recognises the contribution of players, coaches, staff and supporters in bringing communities together through a shared national celebration; further notes the...
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Mr Will Forster (Woking) (LD):
We have all enjoyed watching England’s success in the world cup in the last few weeks. As his last act as Prime Minister before leaving office, will the right hon. and learned Gentleman agree to grant us a bank holiday so that we can celebrate England’s win?
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Mr Will Forster (Woking) (LD):
We have all enjoyed watching England’s success in the world cup in the last few weeks. As his last act as Prime Minister before leaving office, will the right hon. and learned Gentleman agree to grant us a bank holiday so that we can celebrate England’s win?
I have been careful not to tempt fate and jinx the result. I am a passionate Arsenal and England supporter and have watched many games with agonising moments; on the question of a bank holiday, the hon. Gentleman should ask again on Sunday.
I have been careful not to tempt fate and jinx the result. I am a passionate Arsenal and England supporter and have watched many games with agonising moments; on the question of a bank holiday, the hon. Gentleman should ask again on Sunday.
I have been careful not to tempt fate and jinx the result. I am a passionate Arsenal and England supporter and have watched many games with agonising moments; on the question of a bank holiday, the hon. Gentleman should ask again on Sunday.
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Mr Will Forster (Woking) (LD):
We have all enjoyed watching England’s success in the world cup in the last few weeks. As his last act as Prime Minister before leaving office, will the right hon. and learned Gentleman agree to grant us a bank holiday so that we can celebrate England’s win?
The Prime Minister has hinted that he would consider a bank holiday if England win the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup. How much could this cost the economy?
The Prime Minister has hinted that he would consider a bank holiday if England win the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup. How much could this cost the economy?
That this House congratulates the people of the Isle of Man as they celebrate Tynwald Day on Sunday 5 July 2026, continuing a tradition that has endured for more than a millennium; notes that the annual Tynwald Ceremony is one of the oldest continuous parliamentary traditions in the world; recognises Tynwald as the oldest continuous parliament, with origins dating back to around 800 AD; celebrates the Isle of Man's distinctive constitutional status as a self-governing British Crown Dependency; and expresses the hope that the people of the Isle of Man will continue to enjoy many more centuries of democratic self-government, while maintaining their long-lasting and valued constitutional relationship with the United Kingdom and the Crown.
That this House congratulates the people of the Isle of Man as they celebrate Tynwald Day on Sunday 5 July 2026, continuing a tradition that has endured for more than a millennium; notes that the annual Tynwald Ceremony is one of the oldest continuous parliamentary traditions in the world; recognises...
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, if he will make it his policy to designate Monday 20 July 2026 as an additional bank holiday in the event of England winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday 19 July 2026.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, if he will make it his policy to designate Monday 20 July 2026 as an additional bank holiday in the event of England winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday 19 July 2026.
The government will be backing the Scotland and England teams all the way as they seek glory at the FIFA World Cup.
The current pattern of bank holidays is well established. While an additional bank holiday may benefit some communities and sectors, the cost to the economy is considerable. The latest analysis estimates the cost to the UK economy for a one-off bank holiday to be around £2 billion.
That this House notes that the final of the 2026 World Cup will be played on Sunday 19 July 2026; recognises that a World Cup victory by England would be a rare national moment likely to bring together families, neighbours and communities across the country, including through local celebrations in town centres, community venues and grassroots sports clubs; believes that enabling people to celebrate together would strengthen community spirit and provide an opportunity for shared civic pride; and calls on the Government, in the event of England winning the World Cup on 19 July 2026, to designate Monday 20 July 2026 as an additional bank holiday.
That this House notes that the final of the 2026 World Cup will be played on Sunday 19 July 2026; recognises that a World Cup victory by England would be a rare national moment likely to bring together families, neighbours and communities across the country, including through local celebrations in...
That this House recognises St David’s Day (Dydd Gwyl Dewi), celebrated on 1 March, as the national day of Wales and a celebration of Welsh culture and identity, and of the life and legacy of Saint David (Dewi Sant), the patron saint of Wales; notes that St David’s Day should be formally recognised as a bank holiday in Wales; further notes that the national days of Scotland and Northern Ireland are already marked by bank holidays; believes the power to grant bank holidays in Wales should sit with the Welsh Government; and further believes that making St David’s Day a bank holiday in Wales this year would demonstrate that Wales is properly valued as a nation while also supporting community life, and the Welsh economy.
That this House recognises St David’s Day (Dydd Gwyl Dewi), celebrated on 1 March, as the national day of Wales and a celebration of Welsh culture and identity, and of the life and legacy of Saint David (Dewi Sant), the patron saint of Wales; notes that St David’s Day should...
That this House recognises St David’s Day (Dydd Gŵyl Dewi), celebrated on 1 March, as the national day of Wales and a celebration of Welsh culture and identity, and of the life and legacy of Saint David (Dewi Sant), the patron saint of Wales; notes that St David’s Day should be formally recognised as a bank holiday in Wales; further notes that the national days of Scotland and Northern Ireland are already marked by bank holidays; believes the power to grant bank holidays in Wales should sit with the Welsh Government; and further believes that making St David’s Day a bank holiday in Wales this year would demonstrate that Wales is properly valued as a nation while also supporting community life, and the Welsh economy.
That this House recognises St David’s Day (Dydd Gŵyl Dewi), celebrated on 1 March, as the national day of Wales and a celebration of Welsh culture and identity, and of the life and legacy of Saint David (Dewi Sant), the patron saint of Wales; notes that St David’s Day should...
That this House notes that the final of the 2026 World Cup will be played on Sunday 19 July 2026; recognises that a World Cup victory by England would be a rare national moment likely to bring together families, neighbours and communities across the country, including through local celebrations in town centres, community venues and grassroots sports clubs; believes that enabling people to celebrate together would strengthen community spirit and provide an opportunity for shared civic pride; and calls on the Government, in the event of England winning the World Cup on 19 July 2026, to designate Monday 20 July 2026 as an additional bank holiday.
That this House notes that the final of the 2026 World Cup will be played on Sunday 19 July 2026; recognises that a World Cup victory by England would be a rare national moment likely to bring together families, neighbours and communities across the country, including through local celebrations in...
This briefing paper sets out the current legal position in respect of shop opening hours in England and Wales. It also outlines the rights of Sunday shop workers contained in the Enterprise Act 2016.
This briefing paper sets out the current legal position in respect of shop opening hours in England and Wales. It also outlines the rights of Sunday shop workers contained in the Enterprise Act 2016.
To ask His Majesty's Government whether South Western Railway, Greater Anglia or c2c will run Boxing Day services this year, following the nationalisation of those companies.
To ask His Majesty's Government whether South Western Railway, Greater Anglia or c2c will run Boxing Day services this year, following the nationalisation of those companies.
Greater Anglia plans to run Stansted Express services on Boxing Day this year. Services are expected to operate every 30 minutes and due to engineering work these services will start and terminate from Tottenham Hale.
South Western Railway and c2c are not running Boxing Day services this year.
The Department requires its operators to plan services and rail timetables that are designed to meet expected passenger demand. These should be resilient and provide value for money for the taxpayer.
Typically, demand for services on Boxing Day is low and much of the network is closed to provide opportunity for essential maintenance. We expect operators and in future, Great British Railways, to continue to consider the case for Boxing Day services where there is demand and they do not further increase the burden on taxpayers.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of a Bank Holiday to celebrate the victory of the England Women’s Football Team in the 2025 European Championships on the economy.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of a Bank Holiday to celebrate the victory of the England Women’s Football Team in the 2025 European Championships on the economy.
The Government recognises the Lionesses’ extraordinary achievement in securing their second consecutive European title.
We regularly receive requests for additional bank and public holidays to mark a variety of occasions. While an additional bank holiday may benefit some communities and sectors, the cost to the economy remains considerable. The latest analysis estimates the cost to the UK economy for a one-off bank holiday to be around £2 billion.
The current pattern of bank and public holidays is well established and the Government has no plans to create a one-off bank holiday to celebrate the victory of the England Women’s Football Team.
To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the merits of designating the bank holiday at the end of August as 'Peace Day' in honour of veterans.
To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the merits of designating the bank holiday at the end of August as 'Peace Day' in honour of veterans.
The Government recognises the sacrifices made by so many veterans and the profound debt of gratitude owed to those who have served our country.
Occasionally, the Government may change a bank holiday for a one-off event, such as a changing the date of the early May bank holiday in 2020 to commemorate VE Day.
The current naming conventions of bank holidays are well established, and the Government has no plans to change the name of any future bank holidays at this time.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, whether his Department has made an assessment of the potential merits of a public holiday to commemorate the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, whether his Department has made an assessment of the potential merits of a public holiday to commemorate the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.
The Government recognises the remarkable legacy of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as Britain’s longest-reigning monarch.
We regularly receive requests for additional bank and public holidays to mark a variety of occasions. While an additional bank holiday may benefit some communities and sectors, the cost to the economy remains considerable. The latest analysis estimates the cost to the UK economy for a one-off bank holiday to be around £2 billion.
For these reasons, the Government currently has no plans to change the well-established pattern of bank holidays.
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of bank holiday weekend closures of Euston Station on passengers; and what steps she is taking to ensure the accessibility of major rail hubs during periods of high demand.
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of bank holiday weekend closures of Euston Station on passengers; and what steps she is taking to ensure the accessibility of major rail hubs during periods of high demand.
Network Rail advises that London Euston will be closed over the early May Bank Holiday over Sunday 4 and Monday 5 May and with a reduced service on Saturday 3 May whilst work takes place to upgrade track and drainage and carry out maintenance work to help improve performance for passengers and freight for future journeys. Bank Holidays are chosen to carry out work as it allows more time for work to take place whilst fewer passengers are travelling.
Trains will start and finish at Milton Keynes where bus replacement services will run to and from Bedford for onward travel to London St Pancras.
Passengers are being encouraged to check before they travel at National Rail Enquiries. An advertising campaign has taken place across ticket booking sites, a press release has been issued, stakeholders have been updated and there have been frequent social media posts to ensure passengers had awareness of the changes to journeys.
For the record and as a matter of accuracy, when the hon. Gentleman talks about apps, he means WhatsApp. [Laughter.]
For the record and as a matter of accuracy, when the hon. Gentleman talks about apps, he means WhatsApp. [Laughter.]
Agreed to on question.
Agreed to on question.
A few weeks ago, Beckenham was hit by the tragic loss of Graham Murray. A proud Irishman of Cork, Graham was a stalwart of Beckenham rugby club. He was a larger-than-life character and a leader on and off the pitch. He leaves behind a four-year-old son, Tadgh, and wife, Aisling,...
A few weeks ago, Beckenham was hit by the tragic loss of Graham Murray. A proud Irishman of Cork, Graham was a stalwart of Beckenham rugby club. He was a larger-than-life character and a leader on and off the pitch. He leaves behind a four-year-old son, Tadgh, and wife, Aisling,...