The Liberal Democrats have called on the government to grant the nation an extra bank holiday if England win the final of Euro 2024.
Sir Ed Davey, the leader of the Liberal Democrats, said: “The Three Lions are playing their first ever final on foreign soil, and if they bring it home, the Government should bring home a bank holiday to celebrate.
“England deserves the chance to celebrate a once in a generation event. Who knows we might even get decent weather.”
The comments came after England beat the Netherlands in the Euros semi-final on Wednesday evening, with a last-minute strike from substitute Ollie Watkins the difference between the two sides.
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Gareth Southgate’s team, as in their previous two knockout matches at the tournament, fell behind, as the Netherlands scored a stunning opener inside seven minutes.
Harry Kane scored a penalty minutes later, which he was perhaps fortunate to win, after Netherlands defender Denzel Dumfries attempted to close down his shot.
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