Home secretary Priti Patel is to pass a special order on licencing laws today so that pubs and clubs can stay open long during the Queens 70th Jubilee celebration weekend.
The temporary amendments to the licensing hours will come into effect from Thursday 2 June until Saturday 4 June, with hours extended from 11pm to 1am.
Her Majesty is the longest reigning monarch after becoming Queen on the 6th February 1952 after the death of her father King George VI. The Queens own coronation came more than a year later on June 2nd 1953.
The laws will be revoked after the celebration period has passed.
Landlords are looking forward to the Jubilee weekend as they have suffered badly from the effects of closures and restrictions due to the pandemic.
Ms Patel said:
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“Her Majesty The Queen is an example to us all – she has served the UK and the Commonwealth with the utmost dignity, steadfastness, and resolve throughout her remarkable reign.
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“The Platinum Jubilee is a truly historic occasion, and it is right that the country should mark this celebration in a special way.
“This extension will enable families, friends and communities across England and Wales to raise a glass to toast Her Majesty The Queen and mark her incredible service to our country.”
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