Burnham to give councils more powers to block vape and betting shops
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced plans to grant local councils greater authority to block the opening of new vape and betting shops. The initiative aims to revitalize high streets by curbing the proliferation of businesses perceived as signs of urban decline.
Two vape shops trading next door to each other on Fargate in Sheffield. Stock Photo/Alamy Live News. Two vape shops trading next door to each other on Fargate in Sheffield. Stock Photo/Alamy Live News. Gambling Burnham to give councils more powers to block vape and betting shops Vape shops in England and Wales to need planning permission while betting shop law change will also apply in Scotland
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