This year, public institutions and any companies have decided to introduce an additional day off so that employees can enjoy a long weekend. See who will benefit from this decision and whether you can number on the remainder of the day.
Friday, May 2, 2025, turns out to be a day off from work. This decision was taken by many public institutions in Poland. On the occasion of Flag Day, which falls on that day, in many places officials will be able to enjoy an extra day of rest. This is an interesting situation, especially since the Flag Day is between 2 large May holidays – the Holy of labour (1 May) and the National Holy Constitution (3 May).
In 2025 May will bring 2 public holidays – the labour Day, which is on Thursday, 1 May, and the National Constitution Day, celebrated on Saturday, 3 May. As is frequently the case, the 3rd day of May, which falls on the weekend, offers the chance for any institutions to introduce an additional day off on Friday, 2nd May.
Many officials from different cities in Poland will receive a day off on this day. According to Eska.pl portal in Olsztyn, for example, officials will be free on 2 May in exchange for Saturday holidays, thanks to the decree of the city president. According to this document, the City Office in Olsztyn introduces on 2 May as a day off for its employees, thus justifying the request to adjust the working time in a given settlement period.
Other public institutions that besides decided to grant leave on Friday, May 2, include:
* Oh, yeah * Krakow City Hall
* Warsaw City Hall
* Poznań City Hall
So if you have a planned authoritative case for May 2, it is worth making certain that the selected facility is open. The good news is that an extra free Friday, May 2 is not just about officials. Any worker employed on a contract of employment shall have the right to take the day off for the vacation on Saturday. In this case, it is the National Constitution Day, celebrated on 3 May, which in 2025 falls on Saturday. Employers may set a deadline for the receipt of this day off.
According to the Central Statistical Office (GUS), in 2022 more than 343 1000 companies were registered in Poland that could benefit from this decision. Many companies will most likely decide on May 2, which will let their employees to enjoy a four-day weekend without having to take additional leave.
In addition, the Prime Minister appointed Friday, May 2 and Monday, 10 November days free of work for members of the civilian service corps. This means that public sector workers will besides benefit from an additional day off.
In conclusion, a long May weekend is an excellent chance to relax and regenerate. Both public and private sector workers can enjoy an extra day off, allowing them to enjoy a four-day weekend. Take advantage of this chance and plan your vacation!
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