His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today (December 10) issued a circular regarding the public holidays of the National Day and the Anniversary of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s Accession to the Throne, reported BNA.

 

As per the circular, the kingdom’s ministries, government departments and public institutions will be closed on Saturday and Sunday (December 16 and 17), respectively.

 

The circular also stipulates that as Saturday coincides with an official public holiday, Monday (December 18), will be given in lieu.