Keir Starmer raises hopes of bank holiday if England win World Cup for first time since 1966

An extra bank holiday is likely heading England's way if the Three Lions win the World Cup on July 19 and “bring it home” for the first time since 1966.The Prime Minister told journalists in Ankara, Turkey: “Let's see what happens if we get there."But on the question of a bank holiday, I don’t want to jinx it, but ask me again if we get to the final." Government officials have hinted the outgoing prime minister would authorise a national day off for everyone to celebrate. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say GB News understands the most likely date for a bank holiday would be Friday, July 24 — one week after the final in New Jersey. Talking to journalists at the Nato summit, Sir Keir lauded the football team's performance so far...

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