As the UK welcomed the arrival of 2026, many people are already planning their next holidays to beat the post-Christmas blues. One way to make the most of your time off is by scheduling annual leave around the upcoming bank holidays in 2026. Here is a comprehensive list of the bank holiday dates for the year.
The AA has issued a warning to drivers, anticipating a surge in breakdowns on the first working Monday of the year, referred to as “manic Monday.” They advise motorists to inspect their vehicles, especially those that have been inactive during the Christmas period.
Last year, the AA reported a 27% increase in breakdown requests on the first working Monday compared to a similar day in February. Shaun Jones, an AA expert, emphasized the stress of returning to work after the festive season and urged drivers to prepare their cars in advance to avoid unnecessary breakdowns.
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