Funstation heads to Newcastle
Funstation has confirmed it will open a new venue in Newcastle, bringing its mix of arcade amusements, immersive attractions and entertainment to The Gate retail complex.
Gambling Business Group offers assistance to improve ML risks charter, but the Commission has no regrets
The Gambling Commission has pushed through its Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Risk Assessments somewhat hastily, and many argue, shoddily. The Gambling Business Group again held out the hand of assistance to the regulator, but to no avail.
Clacton Pier thanks all visitors for attending “very special” 155th anniversary celebration
Clacton Pier loves a party, and last week it had every reason to stage one. It was a weekend of celebration that saw the seaside resort party like it was 1871.
TeamSport submits arcade and indoor kartingplans for Sunderland’s former Debenhams
TeamSport has submitted plans to transform the vacant Debenhams unit in Sunderland city centre into a three-storey entertainment centre, with go-kart tracks, arcade and bowling.
1 in 6 hospitality venues at risk of closure as sector demands VAT cut
A joint survey from UKHospitality, Hospitality Ulster, the BBPA, and BII has revealed that one in six hospitality businesses are currently at risk of closure, with the trade bodies calling on the government to reduce VAT to 10 percent for the sector, bringing the UK in line with Europe.
Tamar hails Blueprint’s ‘hand in hand’ partnership strategy as BPO machine revenues continue to climb
Blueprint Operations’ partnership-led approach is delivering measurable results, with Tamar Gaming reporting sustained revenue growth after investing in more than 200 BPO gaming cabinets. The south West-based operator has cited Blueprint’s high-performing products, expert consultancy and ongoing support as key drivers of its continued commercial success.
DCMS agrees a 25 percent fee uplift for GamCom whilst still suppressing any stakes and prizes review into a 14th year
Anger rising? You bet. The industry is currently processing the government’s decision to allow the Gambling Commission to hike its fees up by 25 percent.
Southend’s Poppies on the Pier campaign wins national award
Southend-on-Sea City Council won Communications Campaign of the Year at this year’s Management Journal Awards for its Poppies on the Pier display, which saw 110,000 hand-knitted poppies installed along the landmark.
Charlotte Meller: “National Licensing Week presents a very different and more accurate picture of the positives of the well regulated gambling sector”
National Licensing Week has drawn to a close after five days of conversations and exploration of how licensing can more effectively shape local communities and economies. Charlotte Meller, General Manager of the Gambling Business Group, understands the licensing machinery better than most having served in local, police and regulatory bodies. And she is a huge fan of the NLW project.
Clacton Pier goes live with RBW’s Guardian TITO across its arcade operation
It’s another significant Guardian TITO installation for RBW Systems in the last half year with Clacton Pier signing up to the pioneering management system. The pier arcade joins an illustrious roll-call with the Godden Gaming Organisation, Moto and Buzz Bingo all signing up recently.