June Bank Holiday (Creation) Bill

A Bill to make provision for a national public holiday on 23 June or the subsequent weekday when 23 June falls at a weekend; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

19 September 2019

In Plain English

AI-generated

This Bill would create a new national public holiday to be observed on 23 June, or on the next weekday if 23 June falls on a weekend. It also provides for related measures to implement the holiday and any necessary operational changes.

Key Points

Creates a new national public holiday on 23 June (or the next weekday if 23 June is on a weekend).
Includes provisions for connected purposes to govern how the holiday would work in practice.
Currently at the second reading in the House of Commons, an early stage of passage.
Would require planning by employers and public services and could affect businesses and services across the country.

Progress

The Bill is at the second reading stage in the Commons and would need to pass through further stages before becoming law.

Who is affected?

Employees and workersEmployers and businessesPublic sector organisations (e.g., NHS, schools, local authorities)Retail, hospitality and travel sectorsPeople planning holidays or annual leave around 23 June

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - June Bank Holiday (Creation)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Documents (1)

Bill 77 2017-19 (as introduced)

BillCommons

12 Jun 2018

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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