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The government decided not to back a previous proposal for more businesses including butchers and fishmongers to open on the public holiday.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Craig Hammond, who runs a butchers in Matfield, said he was planning to close on Thursday, saying it was impossible to stay open for "hygiene reasons."

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

He studied at what is now known as the Institute of Culinary Education in New York, interned at Alps Salami in Queens and apprenticed with butchers in Tuscany.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 24, 2025

But he thinks higher supermarket prices might be tempting shoppers into a trip to the butchers.

From BBC • Dec. 18, 2025

In a strong voice, he prays, "Lord, give us peace, break the yoke of the Nazi butchers, make us free."

From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti