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Police Criticise Timing of Pub Announcement

Updated 2026-07-03 11:40 UTC 1 source Negative

Police chiefs in England have criticised the government's late decision to allow pubs to stay open for an upcoming match, saying it disrupts other duties.

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

Police chiefs say the government's "late announcement" means forces would have to take officers away from other duties.

2026-07-03 11:13 UTC