UK’s Burnham to tackle vape, betting shops in search of high street revival
LONDON, Aug 10 (Reuters) - Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham will on Tuesday unveil plans to crack down on vape shops, betting outlets and rogue businesses as part of an effort to revive high streets after decades of decline, his office said on Monday.
Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans to address the decline of high streets on Tuesday, August 11th, by targeting vape shops, betting outlets, and rogue businesses. His office announced the measures on Monday, aiming to restore vitality to these areas after years of neglect. The plan gives local communities greater control over new business openings in town centers and empowers police and local authorities with additional oversight.
A key change is the removal of a rule limiting councils' ability to block betting shops, even when there's strong public opposition. Moving forward, vape shops and adult gaming centers will need planning permission. Police and local authorities will also have more time to investigate properties tied to organized crime, with the maximum closure order duration increasing from six months to twelve.
Burnham's initiative builds on his recent efforts to reduce domestic electricity taxes, cap bus fares, and lower business rates for pubs, clubs, and live music venues.
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