Overview
- The royal proclamation, issued under the Banking and Financial Dealings Act 1971, formally appoints Monday 15 June 2026 as a bank holiday in Scotland.
- Scotland open against Haiti on Sunday 14 June with a 2am UK kick-off, prompting the decision to place the holiday on the following Monday.
- Freedom of information emails show officials warned ministers that a holiday could draw business criticism and carry economic costs.
- Business groups and opposition politicians questioned the planning and impact, and an industry survey found only 40% of licensed operators expect extended hours to benefit them.
- Several councils, including Edinburgh, Fife, Scottish Borders and Falkirk, say they will not treat 15 June as a public holiday for staff, while others are still deciding and Glasgow indicates it is likely to observe it.