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

Last Updated

1 May 2012

In Plain English

AI-generated

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 public holiday across the UK for that date, affecting work and school calendars.

Key Points

Designates Monday 15 June 2015 as a UK bank holiday
Marks the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta (signed on 15 June 1215)
Applies across the United Kingdom
Currently at the second reading in the Commons; would require further parliamentary stages to become law

Progress

The Bill is at the second reading in the House of Commons and would need to pass through additional stages in both Houses before it could become law.

Who is affected?

Employees and workers in the UKEmployers and businessesPublic services and government officesSchools and studentsThe general public including tourists and those in hospitality/travel

Generated 21 February 2026

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.

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