bank holiday

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Anger about the "disgusting" scenes at a beach following a busy bank holiday weekend has sparked calls for people to take responsibility for their litter.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

James Webber, recycling and infrastructure manager at Vale of Glamorgan council, said the heatwave and bank holiday meant it was a "gold weekend" for Barry Island.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

They said it took them more than two days to clear New Brighton beach after thousands visited the resort on bank holiday Monday.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

It means more than one in 10 people entering the country from mainland Europe so far this year arrived during the bank holiday weekend.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

They do not have them, I suppose, on an English bank holiday?

From The Good Comrade by Betts, Anna Whelan