The EU average for public holidays is 12.8 every year - while Ireland only has 10.
Donegal County Council is writing to the Government, advocating for an additional public holiday.
Representatives believe Saint Colmcille should be honoured with a long weekend, as he is the only patron saint of Ireland without one.
The EU average for public holidays is 12.8 every year - while Ireland only has 10.

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