King Charles grants World Cup Bank Holiday
Key takeaways
- Following a formal Royal Proclamation issued from Buckingham Palace, Monday, June 15, 2026, has been confirmed as a public holiday across Scotland.
- Because the opening match kicks off at 2:00 AM UK time on Sunday, June 14, the bank holiday arrives as welcome news for thousands of supporters who plan to stay up through the early hours to cheer on the squad.
- The decision follows a proposal championed by First Minister John Swinney.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize EDINBURGH — Scottish football fans have been handed a historic reason to celebrate after King Charles III officially approved a special, one-off national bank holiday to mark Scotland’s return to the FIFA World Cup.
Following a formal Royal Proclamation issued from Buckingham Palace, Monday, June 15, 2026, has been confirmed as a public holiday across Scotland. The date falls directly after the men’s national team plays its highly anticipated opening tournament fixture against Haiti in Boston.
Because the opening match kicks off at 2:00 AM UK time on Sunday, June 14, the bank holiday arrives as welcome news for thousands of supporters who plan to stay up through the early hours to cheer on the squad.