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The Guardian
Burnham proposals may raise £460m in tax
Adult gaming centres (AGCs) have expanded across UK high streets, especially in economically deprived areas. There is growing support among the public for raising taxes on these venues to fund regulation and prevent exploitation. A thinktank suggests that doubling the duty on high-stakes slot machines could significantly increase tax revenue but warns that such an increase may harm local businesses and lead to job losses, with industry groups opposing the proposed hike. Government and local authorities have taken steps to limit the spread of gambling venues, including new licensing assessments, but debates continue over regulation and impact on communities.
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