New Year's weekend had to be postponed – the situation in the country is to blame: will we have a holiday in January 2025?

The Russian Ministry of Labor spoke about large-scale changes in the calendar of holidays and weekends for 2024 and 2025, which caused heated discussion among citizens.

One of the most noticeable innovations will be the extension of the New Year holidays in 2025. Russians will be able to rest for 11 days – from December 29, 2024 to January 8, 2025 inclusive. The Ministry of Labor explains this decision by the need to ensure proper rest after a busy working year, which, in their opinion, helps to increase productivity in the future.

However, extended holidays may cause certain difficulties for businesses, especially in areas that require uninterrupted operation. It may be necessary to develop special compensation mechanisms to maintain economic stability during this…