Police criticise timing of decision on pubs staying open for England match

BBC Politics Friday 03 July 2026, 12:53 UTC 1 min read

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The "late announcement" extending opening hours to 05:00 on Monday means taking officers away from other duties, the National Police Chiefs' Council says.

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