Pubs can stay open for full Norway game - even if kick-off delayed
Summary
The UK government has allowed pubs in England and Wales to stay open until 30 minutes after the England vs. Norway World Cup quarter-final ends. This rule applies even if the game starts late due to heat or other delays, so fans won’t miss any part of the match.Key Facts
- Pubs can stay open 30 minutes after the final whistle for England’s World Cup quarter-final against Norway.
- The game kick-off is at 22:00 BST, but can be delayed due to extreme heat.
- Extended opening hours apply to any future England matches, including the final.
- This extension means pubs do not need to apply individually for longer opening hours.
- Licensing hours were already extended for World Cup games starting between 17:00 and 22:00.
- The decision came after a previous England game was delayed due to storms in Mexico.
- FIFA has introduced hydration breaks during matches to help players handle heat.
- The Home Secretary can extend pub hours for events of national or international importance.
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