UK Bank Holidays 2025: Full List & Holiday Entitlement Guide
UK Bank Holidays 2025
UK bank holidays vary by region, with some holidays applying across the UK and others specific to Scotland or Northern Ireland. It’s essential to know these dates to plan holidays and understand workplace leave entitlements.
Below is a comprehensive table listing UK Bank Holidays 2025 for England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Full List of UK Bank Holidays 2025
| Date | Day | Bank Holiday | Applicable in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 January | Wednesday | New Year’s Day | UK-wide |
| 2 January | Thursday | 2nd January | Scotland |
| 17 March | Monday | St Patrick’s Day | Northern Ireland |
| 18 April | Friday | Good Friday | UK-wide |
| 21 April | Monday | Easter Monday | England, Wales, Northern Ireland |
| 5 May | Monday | Early May Bank Holiday | UK-wide |
| 26 May | Monday | Spring Bank Holiday | UK-wide |
| 12 July | Saturday | Battle of the Boyne (Orangemen’s Day) | Northern Ireland (observed on 14 July) |
| 4 August | Monday | Summer Bank Holiday | Scotland |
| 25 August | Monday | Summer Bank Holiday | England, Wales, Northern Ireland |
| 1 December | Monday | St Andrew’s Day (substitute day) | Scotland |
| 25 December | Thursday | Christmas Day | UK-wide |
| 26 December | Friday | Boxing Day | UK-wide |
Note: If a bank holiday falls on a weekend, a ‘substitute’ weekday (usually the following Monday) will be observed as a bank holiday.
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Holiday Entitlement in the UK
How Much Leave Are You Entitled To?
Most workers in the UK are legally entitled to 5.6 weeks of paid holiday per year, which includes statutory leave entitlement.
Who Gets Holiday Entitlement?
Workers covered by statutory leave entitlement include:
- Agency workers
- Workers with irregular hours (e.g., shift workers)
- Part-year workers (those with seasonal jobs)
Employers can include bank holidays as part of the 5.6 weeks of statutory leave.
Statutory Annual Leave Entitlement
| Work Schedule | Minimum Paid Leave |
|---|---|
| Full-time (5 days/week) | 28 days (5.6 weeks) |
| Part-time (e.g., 3 days/week) | 16.8 days (3 × 5.6) |
| Irregular hours/part-year | Accrued based on hours worked |
Use the holiday entitlement calculator to check the exact leave for part-time and irregular-hour workers.
Holiday Pay & Additional Leave
- Holiday Pay: Workers must be paid for their statutory leave.
- Extra Leave: Employers can offer more than the legal minimum, but they set their own rules for additional leave.
- Bank Holidays: Employers are not required to give paid leave for bank holidays but may include them in statutory leave.
Other Holiday Entitlements:
Workers can Request Holiday:
✔️ While on maternity/paternity leave.
✔️ During sick leave.
What to Do in a Holiday Pay Dispute?
If you believe your employer is not meeting holiday pay requirements, you can:
- Raise the issue with HR or your employer.
- Seek advice from ACAS (Advisory, Conciliation, and Arbitration Service).
- Make an official complaint if the issue remains unresolved.
Understanding UK Bank Holidays 2025 and your holiday entitlement helps you plan ahead and ensure you receive the leave you are owed. Whether you work full-time, part-time, or on irregular contracts, knowing your rights ensures a fair work-life balance.
Source / Ref.: Gov.uk Contains public sector information licensed under OGL v3.0.
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