British Army personnel have been granted an extra five days holiday this Christmas in recognition of their hard work during 2012.
Defence officials have ordered staff to take leave for 25 days between December 14 and January 7 to say "thank you" for their service during the Olympics and Diamond Jubilee.
The extra holiday will allow buildings to be closed, cutting utility costs, and staff will have the option of working from home.
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