Glasgow pubs could be granted late licences for Commonwealth Games

Pubs in Glasgow could be allowed to open later during the Commonwealth Games this summer. Thousands of athletes will compete across a 10-sport programme between 23 July and 2 August. Glasgow stepped in to host the event when the Australian state of Victoria withdrew. The city's licensing board will consider whether to grant an extension during the games when they meet on Friday. It has already been agreed some venues can open later during the World Cup, which runs from 11 June to 19 July. Scotland's men's football team is making its first appearance in that tournament since 1998. A report to the licencing board members states that the Games "presents an opportunity for a vibrant 'city' feel to promote a successful championships and a successful host city." The Licensing (Scotland) Act allows boards to consider extending licensing hours "in connection with a special event of local or national significance". Members would have to consider the conditions of any changes, such as whether they would apply to all premises in the city. If an extension is approved, the board would "give notice to the chief constable and the holders of premises licences and occasional licences in respect of