Government crackdown on 'high stake gambling'
Local authorities have been given greater powers to decide whether to allow new high street betting shops to open under a review of gambling measures.
New powers expected to curb spread of betting shops
The overhaul of rules on gambling may include a change to planning regulations to let councils stop new betting shops open.
Under current rules bookmakers do not always need planning permission to open a new outlet.
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How I tried the 'crack cocaine' of gaming machines
The government have announced major proposals on high stakes gambling, but what is it like to spend £100 in 20 seconds?
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Government to crack down on 'high stake gambling'
The Minister for Sport, Tourism and Equalities Helen Grant MP has today proposed new laws regarding betting shops and high stake gamblers.