Campaigners have called for the Queen’s platinum anniversary celebration to be permanent, but a spokesman for the prime minister stressed that this year’s additional celebration is in place to mark a “unique” event.
This year, an additional day off was granted on June 3 to mark the 70th anniversary of the monarch’s service, but he may remain in honor of the queen.
The move is being touted by activists and supported by the Confederation of British Industry, Hospitality UK and the Archbishop of Canterbury, among others.
The idea won support from Rishi Sunak, Boris Johnson and his wife Carrie, according to the Daily Telegraph and Daily Express.
It is understandable that Mr Sunak has yet to consider the proposals, but he intends to.
However, a spokesman for Mr Johnson said that every banking holiday “represents a significant and significant cost to our economy”.
“I am not aware of any plans to make it permanent, but we are obviously keeping the cost of these things under control,” the statement added.
The new “Thanksgiving” will highlight the Queen’s “outstanding service” as well as people’s efforts to support communities.
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According to the Daily Telegraph, the Chancellor has asked the Ministry of Finance for official advice on the matter, and Downing Street has asked the Ministry of Culture, Media and Sports to consider the proposals.
The newspaper quoted a source as saying, “The Treasury doesn’t say no, even though it was previously institutionally allergic to the idea of a new banking holiday.”
“Rishi supports the campaign and the thought behind it and demanded all the planned costs.”
Pubs and bars extend working hours
As Britons can enjoy the extra free time in June this year, the opening hours of pubs and bars in England and Wales have been extended.
The extension will take place from June 2 to June 4, and the working hours will be extended from 23:00 and 1:00.
The Queen, who turned 96 last week, celebrated the 70th anniversary of her accession to the throne on February 6, 2022, becoming the first British monarch to reach the cornerstone.
This anniversary is her first 73-year-old Duke of Edinburgh, who died 10 months ago without her husband.
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National celebrations marking the Queen’s throne’s record service will be held over the four-day holiday weekend.
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