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French Prime Minister François Bayrou unveils plans for next year's budget, Tuesday, July 15, 2025 in Paris

Video. Fact check: Which European country has the most public holidays?

Updated: 21/07/2025 - 7:46 GMT+2

A proposal by France's prime minister to get rid of two public holidays has prompted a discussion as to where in Europe workers get the most additional days off.

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