Will pubs open later for Scotland's World Cup games? We asked all 32 local councils

Will pubs open later for Scotland's World Cup games? We asked all 32 local councils

SCOTLAND is preparing for a historic set of World Cup matches next year, but whether or not pubs across the country will be able to open later is…

SBPA calls for extended licensing hours for World Cup

The Scottish Beer & Pub Association (SBPA) has written to First Minister John Swinney and all local Licensing Boards ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With kick-offs expected as late as 2am due to time differences with host cities in North America, the SBPA has called for extended licensing hours to allow fans to watch games in full, and to give the pub trade a much-needed lift. The association estimates that each Scotland match could generate u…