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47. The History of Bank Holidays

We've all enjoyed the fun of a three day weekend and the short four day work week that comes after. But where did Bank Holidays come from? And why did our ancestors have four times as many? Let Me Explain

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06.30 9 Feb 2023


47. The History of Bank Holidays



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06.30 9 Feb 2023


We've all enjoyed the fun of a three day weekend and the short four day work week that comes after.

But where did Bank Holidays come from? And why did our ancestors have four times as many?

Let Me Explain


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Let Me Explain With Seán Defoe

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