Magna Carta Anniversary (Bank Holiday) Bill

A Bill to designate Monday 15 June 2015 as a bank holiday in the United Kingdom to mark the 800th anniversary of the signing of Magna Carta; and for connected purposes

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

1 May 2012

In Plain English

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This Bill would designate Monday 15 June 2015 as a bank holiday in the United Kingdom to mark the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta's signing. If enacted, it would create a nationwide public holiday that could affect working patterns, schools and public services around that date.

Key Points

Creates a new UK-wide bank holiday on Monday 15 June 2015.
Marks the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta's signing.
Would affect employers, employees, schools and public services by altering normal working/opening hours.
Originated in the House of Commons; first reading on 7 September 2011; currently at the 2nd reading in the Commons.
Under the economy policy area, reflecting potential impacts on business and public finances.

Progress

The bill is currently at the 2nd reading stage in the House of Commons. The first reading occurred on 7 September 2011.

Who is affected?

Employees and workers in the UKEmployers and businesses (across sizes)Public sector bodies such as schools, hospitals and local authoritiesRetail, hospitality and other sectors affected by bank holidaysGeneral public planning holidays and travel

Generated 21 February 2026

Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

7 Sept 2011

2nd readingCommons

Committee stageCommons

Report stageCommons

3rd readingCommons

1st readingLords

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Committee stageLords

Report stageLords

3rd readingLords

Royal Assent

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Magna Carta Anniversary (Bank Holiday)

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.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.