Current status: Answered by Kate Forbes on 21 January 2026
To ask the Scottish Government whether school staff, including teachers, will be entitled to the proposed additional June 2026 public holiday announced by the First Minister to mark Scotland’s participation in the 2026 Men’s World Cup.
The First Minister’s proposal for a bank holiday to follow Scotland’s opening game at the men’s FIFA World Cup will create an opportunity for the country to come together and share this landmark occasion.
As employers of school staff, including teachers, we would encourage local authorities to be as flexible as possible to ensure staff and pupils have the opportunity to celebrate the team's success.