Choose an end date
Enter the calendar date you want to count backwards from.
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Subtract Working Days Calculator UK
Subtract a number of working days from a date, with optional weekend and UK bank holiday exclusions.
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HOW IT WORKS
How the Subtract Working Days Calculator UK works
Enter working days
Choose how many eligible working days should be subtracted.
See the earlier date
The calculator moves backwards while skipping any excluded weekends and bank holidays.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
Does the selected date count as the first day?
No. Counting begins with the previous eligible day.
Can I use Scottish or Northern Irish bank holidays?
Yes. Select the relevant UK nation before calculating.
Can weekends be included?
Yes. Turn off weekend exclusion if Saturdays and Sundays should count.
Why might a legal deadline differ?
Some legal or contractual deadlines use special rules for the start day, end day or holidays. Check the rules that apply to your case.
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Source information
Calculation rules or data are based on GOV.UK Bank Holidays (opens in a new tab) where applicable. Always check the linked official guidance for unusual or high-stakes circumstances.