Public holiday
Overview
Holiday
A Holiday is a day designated as having special significance for which individuals, a government, or a religious group have deemed that observance is warranted. It is generally an official or unofficial observance of religious, national, or cultural significance, often accompanied by celebrations...
generally established by law and is usually a non-working day during the year.
French Journée de solidarité envers les personnes âgées
Journée de solidarité envers les personnes âgées
The French Journée de solidarité envers les personnes âgées , established on June 30, 2004 under the government of Jean-Pierre Raffarin, was one where employees work one additional day each year , and one for which employers pay the state the approximate value of this day's work in increased...
(Day of solidarity with the elderly) is a notable exception. This holiday became a mandatory working day although the French Council of State confirmed it remains a holiday.
Sovereign nations and territories observe holidays based on events of significance to their history.
