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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Chris Wilson

Rank Group warns tax hike could force bingo hall and casino closures

Mecca Bingo firm Rank says halls will be forced to close (PA) - (PA Archive)

The owner of Grosvenor Casinos and Mecca Bingo has claimed that bingo halls and casinos around the country are at risk of closure if further gambling taxes are introduced.

Recent UK tax increases have seen the rate of remote gaming duty increased from 21% to 40% from the start of April, while there will be a new rate of general betting duty introduced in 2027.

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