See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy JAMES TAPSFIELD, UK POLITICAL EDITOR Published: 08:10 BST, 6 July 2026 | Updated: 08:37 BST, 6 July 2026
MPs boasted about staying up for England's World Cup triumph today as the nation nurses sore heads and weary eyes.Politicians from all parties have been on social media congratulating the national team - with many highlighting that they watched the match live. Unlike much of the rest of the country, that was made somewhat easier for MPs as the House of Commons does not sit until 2.30pm on a Monday.Shadow culture secretary Nigel Huddleston posted an image of a deserted Westminster Bridge this morning, joking: 'Where is everyone?' Keir Starmer and Andy Burnham were among those who braved the 2am UK-time kickoff against Mexico - delayed from the original 1am due to thunderstorms. Shadow culture secretary Nigel Huddleston posted an image of a deserted Westminster Bridge this morning, joking: 'Where is everyone?' Those who stayed up were treated to one of England's best performances, seeing off the host nation at the hostile and high-altitude Azteca stadium Keir Starmer and Andy Burnham were among those who braved the 2am UK-time kickoff against Mexico - delayed from the original 1am due to thunderstormsThey were treated to one of England's best performances, seeing off the host nation at the hostile and high-altitude Azteca stadium.Sir Keir said: 'One of the greatest England matches I've ever seen. We are through to the quarter finals!'Labour MP Stella Creasy said: 'I have no idea how I do the school run this morning after a red card and a penalty… 'Like having had ten espressos and a red bull chaser…' Mr Burnham had urged England fans to grab the 'golden chance' to be in the pub until the early hours.The PM-in-waiting said he wanted the country to 'make the most' of the World Cup showdown even though it is a 'school night'.Employers are braced for staff to turn up late, extremely weary or not at all. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has also been pleading with parents not to let kids skip school after watching the game. Labour MP Chris Bloore posted a picture of himself celebrating the result
