Bristol, Doncaster and Sheffield: three arrested as police raid suspected illegal gambling dens
Targeting suspected links between illegal gambling and organised crime, coordinated raids across South Yorkshire have resulted in further arrests and thousands of pounds being seized.
BALPPA hopes VAT cut could become a permanent fixture after success of Great British Summer Savings scheme
BALPPA has expressed “delight” at the success of the government’s Great British Summer Savings scheme, with CEO Paul Kelly encouraging ministers to roll out a permanent reduction in VAT for UK attractions to help boost the industry.
Investing in the Great British seaside: Charles Holland details his family’s 50-year commitment as custodians at the coast
From operating traditional seaside arcades to investing millions in the restoration of Burnham Pier, the Holland family business has spent more than half a century supporting Britain’s coastal economy. Third generation Charles Holland discusses heritage, supporting local economies, delivering social value and the challenges involved in operating two dedicated AGCs, five FEC/AGC venues not to mention an historic pier!
Bournemouth Pier opens Palm Beach Club as celebrations for 170th anniversary begin
Bournemouth Pier officially opened its new Palm Beach Club last week, as the attraction prepares to celebrate its 170th anniversary.
Permanent repairs to begin at Worthing Pier next month as project costs dropby £380,000
Worthing Borough Council has confirmed work to permanently repair Worthing Pier will begin next month, two years after the attraction was closed following storm damage to its supporting piles.
Club 3000 Bingo plans a new venue in Bristol
Club 3000 Bingo could expand its estate after an application was submitted to open a new venue in Bedminster, Bristol.
Miles Baron officially steps down as CEO of Bingo Association
Miles Baron ended his 13 year tenure at the chief executive’s office at the Bingo Association this week, paying tribute to his colleagues, operators, suppliers, and the “thousands of weekly bingo playing customers” for supporting both the sector and his leadership.
Chancellor visits Chessington to meet BALPPA members
Chancellor Rachel Reeves visited Chessington World of Adventures Resort on 17 June for a roundtable meeting with members of BALPPA to discuss the government’s Summer Savings initiative, and how the government can continue to support the sector.
Employment begins at Universal Resort with thousands more local jobs promised
More than 100 UK residents are already being employed by Universal Studios United Kingdom Resort, with the £5bn theme park expected to create 20,000 jobs during construction and a further 8,000 when it opens in 2031.
UKHospitality calls for a sector-wide business rates solution after Burnham backs pubs
UKHospitality has stated that an “effective high street strategy needs to deliver a hospitality-wide solution” for business rates, following Andy Burnham’s announcement he would cut rates for the pub sector by 20 percent if elected PM.