As England gears up to face Spain in the final of the European Championships on Sunday, July 14, our readers are torn over the idea of a bank holiday to celebrate if they win.

Some believe it would be a welcome respite, while others argue it's just a football game and could negatively impact the country's finances.

On Thursday, the Liberal Democrats called on the government to 'bring home' a bank holiday to celebrate if the Three Lions win the final.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Keir Starmer did not rule out a bank holiday if England won saying the country should “certainly mark the occasion”.

The Northern Echo reader June N Maurice Johnson said: "Wouldn’t care what it was for, if I was still at work, a bank holiday was always welcome!"

Although the idea of a nationwide celebration seems grand, some residents voiced concerns about the financial impact on local businesses.

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Kathryn Delanoy said: "No, the county is already struggling financially and that will impact small businesses further.

"It’s great for morale getting to the final however it’s the euros, not the World Cup!"

Despite the economic arguments, some are all for the extra day off work.

Emma Timmons said: "Absolutely.. anything for an extra paid day off" while Ian Bussey suggested the potential holiday could be called: "Southgate Day".

However, Cath Charlton said: "No - did we get one when the Lionesses won?" while Sonya Usher argued: "Ridiculous question we can't get one for St George's day our patron Saint that's more important."

Ste Mason, along with several others, simply said: "No".

The final kicks off at 8pm on Sunday, July 14 and will take place in Berlin, representing England men's first major final on soil.