Michael Kill, CEO of the Night Time Industries Association, said: ‘The extension of trading hours from 11pm to 1am during key matches will provide a much-needed economic boost, allowing venues to capitalise on increased footfall and create a vibrant atmosphere for fans to come together and celebrate.
‘These plans will help our pubs and bars stay open longer if England or Wales make it to the final stages, allowing friends and families to celebrate together and providing a welcome boost to our hospitality industry.’.
In a potential case of tempting fate, the Home Office has announced five months early that plans are underway to keep boozer doors open for two extra hours in the event of success for the home teams.
Policing minister Dame Diana Johnson said: ‘The Lionesses showed us in 2022 what it means to bring football home, and now we want to make sure the whole nation can come together again to cheer on our teams.
Similar plans were hatched for the Men’s Euros last year, with then-Home Secretary James Cleverly announcing England or Scotland fans would get an extra couple of hours for pints if they got to the semi-finals.
