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It's the time of year when it can be easy to forget which day it is, or whether the scorched almonds you just ate should be counted as breakfast or lunch.
But for retailers around the country - and the staff working in them - keeping track of the rules is important through the holidays.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's Labour Inspectorate says employers and employees should understand their legal obligations around the public holidays.
Which days do shops have to shut?
There are three-and-a-half days a year that most shops have to close by law: Christmas Day, Good Friday and Easter Sunday, as well as u
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