2021 Holidays - Gibraltar
Gibraltar workweek and weekend
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Gibraltar Public Holiday Observance Rules
1. When a Public Holiday Falls on a Sunday
- The following Monday is observed as a public holiday.
- This substitution ensures that workers receive a full weekday off.
- Employers must follow the official holiday calendar; employees working on the substitute Monday are entitled to overtime pay or compensatory leave as stipulated by local labor regulations.
2. When a Public Holiday Falls on a Saturday
- If a public holiday falls on a Saturday, it is also moved to the following Monday.
- This practice places the holiday within the regular workweek, ensuring that employees benefit from a weekday off.
- Employers are required to adhere to the official holiday calendar; employees working on the substitute Monday receive the appropriate premium compensation as mandated by Gibraltar labor law.
3. Bridge Holidays (Long Weekends)
- Gibraltar does not have an automatic statutory mechanism for adding extra “bridge” days beyond these substitutions.
- Any additional days off to extend a holiday period are provided only through specific government announcements or via employer discretion under collective agreements.
4. Special Cases for Public Holidays
- Certain holidays (e.g., Christmas Day or Boxing Day) may have specific rules regarding substitution if they fall on a weekend.
- Any exceptions or special instructions are clearly indicated in the official holiday calendar published by the government.
5. Additional Notes
- The official public holiday calendar is published annually by the Government of Gibraltar and serves as the definitive guide for holiday observance.
- Employers must comply with the official calendar and any government directives regarding substitution days.
- Employees working on a public holiday—whether on the original fixed date or on the substitute Monday—are entitled to premium pay or compensatory leave as provided under Gibraltar labor law.
- For the most up-to-date and accurate information, always consult the latest official holiday calendar and any recent government announcements or legislative updates.