The Queen's Golden Jubilee counts as a special occasion when it comes to pub licensing hours, it has been decided.
But applications to open during early-morning matches in the World Cup for serving drinks will be resisted.
Judging by public reaction so far, it's likely that millions more people will want to celebrate any World Cup win by England than to raise a glass or six to Her Majesty.
Unless the powers that be change their minds, they may have scored an own goal.
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