Ireland's next bank holiday is just days away, with a lot of people looking forward to an extra day off work or school in February.
Last year was unique for having a 'double' public holiday in March. The once-off, extra day off after St Patrick’s Day was introduced as a tribute to health workers and to remember those who died with Covid.
However, it isn't part of the 2023 public holiday calendar. Instead a new permanent bank holiday will be given to celebrate St Brigid's Day, and will be held annually on the first Monday in February.
