21 Nov 2017

Guam govt to go on holiday on Friday

3:59 pm on 21 November 2017

Guam's Governor has signed an executive order making this Friday a holiday for his government.

Guam's governor, Eddie Calvo.

Guam's governor, Eddie Calvo. Photo: Office of the Governor of Guam

Eddie Calvo released a statement saying at a time when there seems to be a world in turmoil, it is important that people hold close their friends and family, give thanks and celebrate.

Thursday is already a public holiday to mark Thanksgiving Day.

The Pacific Daily News reports because of holiday pay, additional government holidays cost taxpayers at least $US355,000 per day.

It also means one less day residents can do business with the government, such as renewing licenses, or resolving utility issues.