This MEP thinks we should have more bank holidays. Do you agree?

Did you know Ireland has the second fewest public holidays in the EU and the third fewest in the world?

Thu, 27 Oct, 2016 - 01:00

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Highlighting the fact this week ahead of the October bank holiday weekend, Fine Gael MEP Brian Hayes said he believed additional days off should now be granted to acknowledge the sacrifices made during the economic crash.

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