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UK government rejects St George's Day Bank Holiday plan

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What specific economic factors or calculations led the government to estimate the cost of a one-off Bank Holiday at £2 billion?
How many active campaigns or petitions are currently pushing for a St George's Day Bank Holiday, and what is their level of public support?
Are there any ongoing parliamentary debates or legislative proposals regarding the addition of new Bank Holidays in the UK?
What is the current number of Bank Holidays in the UK compared to other major industrialised nations, and how does this impact productivity or well-being?
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