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UK Government issues Bank Holiday update if England Lionesses win Euro 2025 after Keir Starmer hint

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Updated 17:00 27 Jul 2025 GMT+1Published 16:48 27 Jul 2025 GMT+1

UK Government issues Bank Holiday update if England Lionesses win Euro 2025 after Keir Starmer hint

England's Lionesses take Spain in the Euro 2025 final, with fans clamouring for a Bank Holiday if Sarina Wiegman's side retain their crown.

Josh Lawless

Josh Lawless

The UK government have issued a update after calls for a bank holiday if England's Lionesses win Euro 2025 on Sunday.

Sarina Wiegman's side are looking to make history by retaining their crown against world champions Spain at St-Jakob Park in Basel after a last-gasp semi-final win over Italy.

The team have once again inspired the nation with their efforts in Switzerland are looking to follow up their success on home soil at Euro 2022, when they beat Germany in the final courtesy of a Chloe Kelly winner.

Many have called for a day of celebration to mark the achievement if England knock off La Roja.

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During his time as the leader of the opposition, Sir Keir Starmer, pushed for a bank holiday prior to England's Euro 2022 final after watching the 4-0 semi-final win over Sweden with his wife.

The Arsenal season ticket holder said: "They have already done us proud, but if they win it will be a truly historic achievement - one that should be marked with a proper day of celebration, where clubs can open and promote access for women and girls."

England look to retain their Euros crown against Spain. Image: Getty
England look to retain their Euros crown against Spain. Image: Getty

Despite some discussions, the request was not followed up by the Conservative government, with a spokesperson at the time acknowledging the heroics but stating: "The current pattern of public and bank holidays is well established and while an additional bank holiday may benefit some communities and sectors, the cost to the economy of an additional bank holiday is considerable."

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Starmer made a similar proposal in 2023 when England narrowly lost the World Cup final but even though he now has the power as the Prime Minister, the Birmingham Mail say a Labour spokesperson has confirmed there are "no plans" for a bank holiday" if Leah Williamson and company do the business.

He visited St George's Park and was presented with his own shirt by the Lionesses ahead of the tournament and has posted a number of messages of support and congratulations throughout their run to the final.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited England's Lionesses prior to the tournament. Image: Getty
Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited England's Lionesses prior to the tournament. Image: Getty

If England do emerge victorious, the players are in line to share a record £1.7 million bonus pot after negotiations with the FA.

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The prize fund from UEFA for winning the Euros stands at a record £4.4 million.

Featured Image Credit: Getty

Topics: England, Womens Football

Josh Lawless
Josh Lawless

Josh is a sports journalist who specialises in football and WWE. He has been published by Curzon Ashton FC, Late Tackle, Manchester City FC, The Mirror, Read Man City and Manchester Evening News. He provides coverage of professional wrestling and has covered two WrestleMania events for SPORTbible.

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