Submitted on Wednesday 10th April 2024
Rejected on Wednesday 17th April 2024
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Make St. George's Day a Bank Holiday for England to celebrate it's patron saint.
St. George's Day, celebrated on April 23rd, is the patron saint of England. It should be a bank holiday in England to allow people to celebrate national identity, inclusivity and culture. Like other countries have holidays for their patron saints. It could boost the economy with increased spending.
Studies have shown that a significant portion of the population in the UK feels more connected to their regional identity rather than a unified British identity. Additionally, ongoing debates around issues like Brexit, Scottish independence, and the monarchy reflect the complexities within the UK regarding national identity. This can be seen in the rise of nationalist movements in Scotland and Wales, including concerns on the impact of globalization on traditional British values and culture.
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You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for a similar action:
Make bank holidays for St George's Day in England and St David's Day in Wales
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/654089
3.129.211.87 Wed, 08 May 2024 07:40:27 +0100
