Clacton Pier treated seriously ill children and their families to a special festive VIP event last weekend, as part of an annual collaboration with the Rays of Sunshine charity’s “12 days of Wishmas” campaign.
J Holland and Sons has submitted plans to Dorset Council to open a new bingo hall in Weymouth, converting a former Boots store on St Mary Street into the latest venue in its Trident Casino estate.
Lyons has submitted plans to expand the existing leisure facilities at Point of Ayr Holiday Park in Talacre, adding an arcade, soft play area, bar and sports lounge.
Marston’s held its annual Year End Townhall last week, bringing staff together at the Pub Support Centre to “celebrate the incredible year we’ve had.”
Ashmore Park has become the latest Buzz Bingo club to benefit from a major refurbishment, five months after the company secured a £25m investment package with Barclays.
Royal Amusements has been granted permission by Bradford Council to enlarge its existing AGC on Bridge Street by expanding into an adjoining unit to the rear.
Skegness’ historic Tower Cinema and Arcade is set for a refurbishment intended to transform the building’s appearance and better showcase the on-site FEC.
Gambling licensing consultancy Hough and Bollard is celebrating its tenth anniversary this month, with founder and director Debbie Bollard reflecting on “an amazing ten years.”
The British Beer and Pub Association has urged the Government to introduce a 30 percent sector-specific business rates relief in order to protect thousands of pubs and 15,000 jobs, after the Budget “left publicans petrified.”
An appeal lodged by Pure Gaming Ltd against Ealing Council’s decision to refuse proposals for a new bingo hall prompted a skilfully organised and co-ordinated hijack of the annual Christmas Tree lighting event in the town centre. According ...
The sale of Enterprise Amusements in Paignton marks the end of a 20-year era, as owner Ryan Davies reflects on family legacy and future business growth.
Bowling Vision, the company behind bowling equipment supplier Brunswick, is to open a new “vintage arcade bar, pizza parlour and gaming den” concept in Kettering, with the first Lucky Chuck’s Leisure Lounge due to open in the new year.
Gordon Moody’s chair of trustees and commercial director met with local MP Chris Evans on 2 December in order to address “urgent concerns about the future of specialist gambling harm treatment,” with the £100m raised by the Statutory Levy stil...
EAG seminar programme to feature pivotal discussions covering crucial topics led by industry leaders
The seminar programme at EAG has been created to complement the array of new products and services being exhibited at what is the flagship business event for the out of home entertainment sector. Dealing with topical issues and delivering prac...
North Norfolk District Council has confirmed that Cromer Pier requires a series of “high priority” repairs, with the urgent work to shore up beams and trusses beginning next year.
The Gambling Commission has confirmed it will continue publishing the controversial Gambling Survey for Great Britain for another four years.
A new deal with the UK’s largest bingo operator continues the momentum behind Guardian’s reputation for reliability and long-term value. RBW Systems and Buzz Bingo have signed a decade long alignment which will deliver Guardian TITO across the...
The Ministry of Housing has granted Universal Destinations and Experiences a Special Development Order for its Bedford theme park, with construction of the “transformative” project expected to enter its first phase next year.
A Stoke man who ran an illegal WhatsApp gambling business has received a 30 week suspended jail sentence and a 200 hour community service order, following a joint investigation by the Gambling Commission and Staffordshire Police.
Sound Leisure welcomed fellow members of trade organisation Family Business United to its Leeds warehouse on 4 December to pack hundreds of Christmas food hampers for charity.
Baroness Twycross last week confirmed that the inaugural year of the Statutory Gambling Levy has raised funds in excess of all expectations.
After the success of its lobbying activities in relation to MGD, Bacta might be excused a period of reflection. Nothing of the sort as the trade association puts its game face on and invites members to a New Year webinar when it will set-out i...
After a year of major restructuring, strategic resets and some tough decisions, TouchTunes says it is entering 2026 with renewed clarity and purpose – and a sharper focus on helping operators grow revenue from music. Driving that force from ne...
The primary purpose of sector leading business events such as EAG is to provide a platform for the launch of new product. Whilst citing Blueprint’s record-breaking Velocity cabinet which has sold 3,500 units since being unveiled at EAG 2005 as...
The Gambling Commission treats the GSGB like a gifted child; but most in the industry consider it to be a spoilt brat pampered by the regulator. And not so gifted either. There is increasing disquiet among stakeholders from all quarters over t...