Pubs will be able to stay open until 1am tomorrow as the nation watches England bid for Euros glory. New Home Secretary Yvette Cooper said licensing laws would be relaxed to let boozers keep their doors open until 1am as Gareth Southgate's men battle it out in the final against Spain. Pub licensing hours can be eased in events of "exceptional national significance", meaning pubs and bars can stay open for an extra two hours tomorrow night to let fans toast to victory - or drown their sorrows, the Mirror reports.
READ MORE: We tried every restaurant and bar at Manchester Airport's three terminals - what we found might surprise you Ms Cooper said: "We're so proud of Gareth Southgate and the England team. It's right that we can all come together tomorrow to enjoy the match and - do we dare to dream?! - hopefully celebrate an England victory." "I want to pay special thanks to the police officers and first responders who will be working across communities to keep us safe.
I look forward to getting behind all our brilliant players, who bring so much pride to our country, and I want to wish the team the best of luck. Let's bring it home." Home Secretary Yvette Cooper said fans can hopefully celebrate a win (Image: AFP via Getty Images) Hospitality bosses said the move would be a welcome boost to the industry.
Emma McClarkin, chief executive of the British Beer and Pub Association: "As with the semi-finals, pubs will be licensed to stay open until 1am on Sunday night and thanks to th.
