January 5, 2026
King Charles gives leave after 2am Scotland
King Charles gives leave after 2am Scotland Scotland may soon have an officially sanctioned excuse for sore heads and bleary eyes, and it’s coming straight from the Palace. A Royal Proclamation from King Charles is expected to stamp Monday, June 15, 2026 as an emergency bank holiday north of the border, celebrating Scotland’s long-awaited return to the World Cup finals for the first time in almost three decades. First Minister John Swinney, acting as a member of the Privy Council, is set to formally recommend the move, paving the way for a national day off just hours after Scotland’s tournament






