ONE of York's newest food venues is sending staff home early tonight so they can enjoy the "feel-good factor" of England's success.

Heavenly Desserts, found on Blake Street, will be closing early at 6pm and reopen as usual at 11am on Monday.

The England v Italy final in the European Championship marks the football team’s first major final since 1966. 

Owner Ismaeel Waseem, who opened Heavenly Desserts in the city in June, said: “We want our hardworking colleagues to enjoy the feel-good factor rippling across York and the rest of the nation.

"We’re encouraging staff to enjoy the evening with their family and friends. Let’s bring it home!”