Starmer Dangles Bank Holiday If England Lift World Cup

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has strongly hinted that an extra bank holiday would be declared if England win the World Cup this month. Speaking ahead of Saturday's quarterfinal against Norway, Starmer said he didn't want to 'jinx it' but urged the public to 'ask me again if we get to the final.' The final is scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, and it is widely expected that Starmer will resign as prime minister the following day, with Andy Burnham set to take over. Should England reach the final, Starmer is likely to attend the game, which could briefly delay the handover of power. If England triumph, the extra bank holiday would reportedly fall on Friday, July 24. Of course, Thomas Tuchel's side still needs to win three knockout matches — starting with Norway — before any celebrations can begin.