As the New Year begins, millions of people in the UK celebrated the arrival of 2026 with excitement. If the conclusion of the festive Christmas season has left you feeling down, you might already be considering planning your time off or vacations for the upcoming months.
To make the most of your time off, consider scheduling your annual leave around the bank holidays in 2026. Wondering when these bank holidays will occur in 2026? Below is a comprehensive list of the dates.
The AA has issued a warning to drivers, predicting that the first working Monday of the year, January 5, will be particularly challenging for breakdowns, earning it the nickname “manic Monday.”
In preparation for the anticipated 22 million car journeys, the roadside assistance company advises motorists to inspect their vehicles, especially if they have been stationary during the Christmas period. Last year, there was a 27% increase in breakdown requests on the first working Monday compared to a similar day in February, according to the AA.
Shaun Jones, an AA expert, emphasized the stress of returning to work after the festive season, highlighting the chaos of morning routines and traffic congestion. He stressed the importance of proactive car maintenance to prevent avoidable breakdowns and alleviate the stress of the return to work.
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