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Next business day UK explained
The next business day UK depends on UK bank holidays, substitute days, and whether you exclude weekends and holidays in one go. Working days UK differ across regions, so choose the right holiday list and add company closures. Use the business day calculator to set the holiday year, weekend pattern, and mode before you share a next business day answer.
Published: January 7, 2026 · Updated: January 7, 2026 · By FinToolSuite Editorial
Disclaimer
- Educational purposes only; not legal, tax, or financial advice.
- Examples are illustrative and simplified.
- Results depend on your inputs and assumptions and are not guaranteed.
- Holiday presets can be static and may not cover regional observances.
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Quick answer: next business day UK
- UK bank holidays and substitute days are excluded before the next business day is returned.
- Working days UK can differ by region; choose the right holiday list.
- Company shutdowns require custom holidays to keep results accurate.
UK bank holidays and substitute days
Bank holidays like Easter Monday, Early May, and Boxing Day remove working days from the calendar. When they fall on weekends, substitute days appear, pushing the next business day further. Set the correct holiday year and region so the calculator excludes the right dates alongside your weekend pattern.
Regional note
England and Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland observe different bank holidays. Scotland has additional days like St Andrew’s Day, and Northern Ireland observes Battle of the Boyne. Choose the region-specific list and add custom holidays if your organisation closes on extra dates. This keeps the next business day aligned with local working days UK expectations.
Worked examples (illustrative)
Around Easter
Inputs: Start Maundy Thursday, weekend Sat–Sun, UK bank holidays preset, exclusive mode.
Result: Next business day after Easter Monday is Tuesday. Illustrative only.
Around Christmas
Inputs: Start Christmas Eve, weekend Sat–Sun, UK bank holidays preset, exclusive mode.
Result: Next business day may land after Boxing Day and substitute days, often 27 December if open. Illustrative only.
Start on a bank holiday Monday
Inputs: Start Early May Bank Holiday, weekend Sat–Sun, UK bank holidays preset, exclusive mode.
Result: Tuesday becomes the next business day; if Tuesday is also closed, it moves further. Illustrative only.
How to set UK holidays in the tool
Use the finder- Open the next business day finder.
- Select the UK bank holiday preset and correct holiday year.
- Add custom holidays for company shutdowns.
- Choose inclusive or exclusive mode and set weekend pattern.
- Run the calculation and share the result with the settings listed.
FAQ
Do UK regions share the same holidays?
No. Pick the right regional list and add any extra closures your organisation observes.
Do substitute days always apply?
They apply when holidays land on weekends. Check the year’s calendar and use the correct preset.
Can I mix bank holidays with company shutdowns?
Yes. Add custom holidays for shutdowns so they are excluded along with bank holidays.
Is this guaranteed?
No. It is educational and depends on your inputs and assumptions.
Check the next business day in the UK
Set UK bank holidays, weekend pattern, and mode in one place.