Australian PM facing backlash for ‘short-notice’ bank holiday for British queen’s death

The Australia Medical Association president Steve Robson tweeted: 'Operations and lots of patient consultations booked that day, at a time when access is difficult'

The Australian Prime Minister has faced backlash from the business and health care sector following the announcement of a one-off bank holiday to mark a national day of mourning for the late Queen (ABC/AP)

The Australian prime minister has faced backlash from the business and healthcare sector following the announcement of a one-off bank holiday to mark a national day of mourning for the late British queen, Elizabeth II.

Anthony Albanese announced on Sunday that Australia will observe a bank holiday on September 22 following the monarch’s funeral on September 19.