Gambling licence approved for controversial North Shields Admiral slots casino
North Tyneside Council approved a gambling licence for a new Admiral slots casino in North Shields despite local objections.Summary
A new “adult gaming centre” operated by Luxury Leisure Ltd has been granted a gambling licence to operate 24/7 in a vacant unit at North Shields’ Collingwood Centre. The decision by North Tyneside Council’s licensing sub-committee followed a meeting where objections were raised by locals and Conservative councillors, citing concerns about potential crime, disorder, and the impact on children. However, a community assessment by Levech Associates Ltd found no cause for concern at existing Luxury Leisure venues, and the company’s representatives emphasized the evidence-based nature of the decision. The approval comes after a previous planning application was rejected but later overturned on appeal, and includes measures like a Challenge 25 ID policy and staff training.
(Source：Evening Chronicle)