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FIFA Men’s Football World Cup 2026: Licensing Hours
13 April 2026
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses the Government's plans for lice [4D [K licensing hour extensions during the 2026 FIFA Men’s Football World Cup to [K support home nations' matches.
Action Requested
The Government intends to extend licensing hours for [3D [K for premises already licensed until 11pm, allowing them to remain open unti [4D [K until 1am following matches that kick off at 5pm or 6pm in the round of 32 [K and round of 16 if a home nation participates. The Order will be laid in Pa [2D [K Parliament.
Key Facts
- Government consulted on proposals for licensing hours rel [3D [K relaxation.
- Majority of respondents supported extending hours for semi-f [6D [K semi-finals and finals stages.
- Licensing Hours Order will apply to Engla [5D [K England and Wales for matches after group stages.
- Premises must already [K be licensed until 11pm for alcohol sale.
- Extended hours will be from 8pm [3D [K 8pm to 1am if home nations reach quarter finals, semi-finals, and finals.
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