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This petition was submitted during the 2017-2019 parliament

Rejected petition Make Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding day a national bank holiday.

There may not be a precedent, but the time feels right for another royal wedding bank holiday. The cost to the economy in lost productivity will surely be made up for in the boost to tourism and community parties. We know Harry enjoys a good party – let's join him in the celebrations!

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https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/206302

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