Scotland to have national bank holiday after first World Cup fixture

Scottish football fans need not worry about the hangover when they celebrate, or otherwise, into the wee hours after Scotland’s first match in the 2026 World Cup – because the day after the 2am UK time fixture looks likely to be a national bank holiday there. The first minister, John Swinney, announced that Monday, June 15th will be designated a national bank holiday to mark Scotland’s participation in the tournament for the first...