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Extending licensing hours for the 2025 UEFA Women’s European Championship

15 May 2025

Proposing MP
Diana R. Johnson Lab
Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement discusses the proposal to extend licensing hours for licensed premises in England and Wales during the 2025 UEFA Women’s European Championship if home nation teams reach the semi-finals or final.

Action Requested

The Government will proceed with making a contingent Licensing Hours Order under Section 172 of the Licensing Act 2003, based on majority support from consultation respondents. The order will extend licensing hours to 1am for premises already licensed until 11pm if home nation teams reach the semi-finals or final.

Key Facts

  • The proposal is contingent upon England and Wales reaching the semi-final(s) (22 and/or 23 July) or final (27 July).
  • Licensing hours will be extended from 11pm to 1am on the days of the semi-finals and final.
  • The Order applies to premises already licensed until 11pm for alcohol sales.
  • Results of the consultation will be published on GOV.UK.
  • An Economic Note will accompany the Order on legislation.gov.uk.
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