Boxing Day became an official bank holiday in the UK back in 1871. It is also celebrated in many former British colonies that remain part of the Commonwealth, such as Canada, Australia ...

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So what is Boxing Day and how did it come to such prominence? Here's a brief run-through of its history and tradition in the UK. Boxing Day falls on December 26 every year. Always the day ...