By SectorWire desk ·
The report said that Betfred is consulting on potential closures affecting as many as 132 UK betting shops. The operator said the consultation seeks to mitigate higher gambling taxes.
The consultation could reduce Betfred’s UK retail betting estate.
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The request concerns tax rates affecting betting shops and other businesses with category B machines.
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