Bank holidays: how a day off work affects the economy

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An extra bank holiday could indeed have an adverse impact on an economy that is already in a precarious situation as its struggles to bounce back from the pandemic and surging inflation reduces households’ real incomes. But given the stresses and strains of the last couple of years, an extra day off may be just what people need – regardless of the economic cost.
Original languageEnglish
JournalThe Conversation
Publication statusPublished - 27 May 2022
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