Active Announced in the King's Speech on 13 May 2026. 2 of 25 events
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Sporting Events Bill

The King's Speech 2026 bill covering sporting events, public safety and event governance measures connected to major fixtures.


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13 Apr 2026 | Announcement Home Office linked direct

FIFA Men’s Football World Cup 2026: Licensing Hours

Why linked: WMS HCWS1493 (April 2026) on FIFA Men's Football World Cup 2026 licensing hours — directly evidences the per-event s.172 pattern the Bill is intended to consolidate.

UIN: HCWS1493 Late last year the Government consulted on proposals to make a contingent Licensing Hours Order under section 172 of the Licensing Act 2003 for the 2026 FIFA Men’s Football World Cup. The majority of respondents were in favour …

15 May 2025 | Announcement Home Office linked direct

Extending licensing hours for the 2025 UEFA Women’s European Championship

Why linked: WMS HCWS644 (May 2025) on extending licensing hours for UEFA Women's Euro 2025 — direct precedent statement underpinning SI 2025/793.

UIN: HCWS644 The Government consulted on, and will be proceeding with, the proposal to make a contingent Licensing Hours Order under Section 172 of the Licensing Act 2003, after the majority of respondents to the consultation were in favour of …