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General extension of Licensing Hours - World Cup 2026

Perth and Kinross Licensing Board was convened today, Wednesday 18 March 2026, to make a determination in terms of the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2025, Section 67.

The Decision

The Board has granted a general extension of on-sales social demand hours throughout the whole of Perth and Kinross for the showing of all Home Nation (Scotland, England, and if they qualify, Northern Ireland or Wales) matches during the Men's Football World Cup 2026 until 30 minutes after the final whistle of each match, subject to this extension applying to:

premises with a Premises Licence only
indoors only

Advisories added

The following advisories have been added:

Any premise intending to show matches during the general extension of licensed hours is:

requested to notify Perth and Kinross Licensing Board of their intention to show matches
reminded that the terms of their Premises Licence remain in effect
advised to carry out a full risk assessment, including respecting neighbouring residential amenity, whether to have door supervision, and ensure there is safe dispersal of patrons

Who to notify

For licence holders, it would be prudent to provide the notification under point 1 above as far in advance of the event as possible. Please email the details to LiquorLicensing@pkc.gov.uk.

Where does the extension apply to?

This general extension of hours only applies to those premises with a Premises Licence and must be indoors only. For clarity, the extension is for bricks and mortar operations only.

Where does the extension not apply to?

It does not apply to outdoor areas including marquees and tents, nor does it apply to unlicensed premises that require to apply for an Occasional Licence.

For clarity, the extension also does not apply to outdoor spaces, pavement cafes or similar.

Is an Extended Hours Application required?

As a general extension of licensed hours has been granted, Premises Licence holders do not require to submit an Extended Hours Application. It is a matter for each relevant licence holder whether to operate the general extension of hours.

Licensed Members Clubs

Please note that any licensed members' club wishing to show matches to the public must apply for Occasional Licences.

Occasional Licences

How do I apply?

Occasional Licence applications should be made online by clicking on the link below. Payment is made at the end of the process. Please do not submit a paper application by post or email without contacting the Licensing Team first. If your event date is less than 2 weeks away, please contact us by phone on 01738 475180 between 9am and midday as you cannot apply online this close to the event date.

Apply online for Occasional and Personal licences

Alternatively, you can download the relevant application forms and documents below and return to Perth and Kinross Council, 35 Kinnoull Street, Perth, PH1 5GD along with your payment.