COMMONS Leader Jacob Rees-Mogg has told MPs that he has Scotland in a Euros sweepstake.
Tomorrow England will play Scotland at Wembley, following Scotland's loss to the Czech Republic on Monday.
Ahead of the game at 8pm tomorrow, Rees-Mogg was asked by the SNP’s Owen Thompson (Midlothian): “Tomorrow both of our nations are independently represented at the Euros tomorrow evening, and while I have a dream I’m sure many would agree that neither the Leader or I would perhaps be the best example of who can boogie, but can he join with me in wishing both teams all the very best for a Scotland victory?”
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Speaking during business questions the Tory MP said: “The corridor of the Chairman of Ways and Means has a sweepstake, and in the sweepstake I have been fortunate enough to draw Scotland.
“So I shall have very divided loyalties tomorrow but I’m glad to say that it is very encouraging for the Union.
“I was pleased to see Wales do well yesterday and the Rees side of me was coming to the fore, and I am looking forward to supporting whichever side does best because I have an interest in all three of them doing well.”
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Wales beat Turkey 2-0 at last night's match.
The team are now on the brink of reaching the last 16 of Euro 2020 after the result.
Robert Page’s side have four points from two games ahead of meeting Group A leaders Italy in Rome on Sunday.
Meanwhile at business questions, Rees-Mogg also announced a 24-day recess across September and October when the political parties are expected to host their annual conferences.
Addressing MPs, Rees-Mogg said: “I am pleased to announce the remaining recess dates for the rest of this year, subject to the progress of business.
“The House will rise for the conference recess at the conclusion of business on Thursday September 23 and will return on Monday October 18.
“The House will rise at the conclusion of business on Tuesday November 9 and return on Monday November 15.
“And finally, for the Christmas recess, the House will rise at the conclusion of business on Thursday December 16 and return on Tuesday January 4.”
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