The Licensing Act 2003 (FIFA World Cup Licensing Hours) Order 2026
This Order provides for the extension of licensing hours for licensed premises and clubs on the days of specified matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, comprising matches in the tournament knockout stage known as the round of 32 and the round of 16, and quarter final, semi final and final matches, where a men’s senior team representing England or Scotland plays in that match.
Lifecycle
Department
Made
12 May 2026
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In force
08 Jun 2026
Enabling power
The Secretary of State makes this Order in exercise of the powers conferred by sections 172(1) and (3)(b), (3)(c) and 197(2)(b) of the Licensing Act 2003. The Secretary of State considers that the celebration period in relation to which this Order is made marks an occasion of exceptional national significance. The Secretary of State has consulted such persons as the Secretary of State considers appropriate in accordance with section 172(4) of the Licensing Act 2003.
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