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Downing Street Rules Out Bank Holiday Despite Lionesses’ Euro Final Return

The prime minister’s reversal on a holiday for a victorious Lionesses team has drawn fire over his past endorsement of such measures.

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Chloe Kelly celebrates scoring England's second goal from a rebound following a saved penalty in extra-time.
(Photo by Harriet Lander - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)

Overview

  • Downing Street confirms no plans for a bank holiday should the Lionesses win the Euro 2025 final in Basel this Sunday.
  • Sir Keir Starmer faces criticism for previously calling for a holiday after England’s 2022 European title and again before the 2023 World Cup final.
  • England secured a 2-1 extra-time victory over Italy on July 22 in Geneva to reach their third consecutive major tournament final.
  • Liberal Democrat sports spokesman Max Wilkinson has urged the prime minister to grant a celebratory day off if the Lionesses retain their crown.
  • The Football Association has held talks on parades and Downing Street receptions to mark a victory and a 2022 report estimated an extra bank holiday would cost about £2.4 billion.