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UK Pubs to Extend Hours for Euros 2024 if England or Scotland Reach Semis

Legislation allows pubs to stay open until 1am to celebrate potential football milestones, despite police concerns over disorder.

  • House of Lords passes bill extending pub hours for Euro 2024 semi-finals and finals.
  • Extended hours apply only if England or Scotland reach the semi-final or final stages.
  • Pubs can remain open until 1am without notifying licensing authorities.
  • Over 80% of consultation respondents support the extended hours.
  • Police express concerns about potential for increased disorder.
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