Betting tax hikes could cost young people jobs, says Ladbrokes and Coral boss
Ladbrokes and Coral boss Stella David has urged the Chancellor not to raise betting shop taxes.
TL;DR
- Ladbrokes and Coral boss Stella David warns against increasing betting shop taxes.
- She claims tax hikes could lead to shop closures and job losses for young people.
- Entain employs over 2,500 under-25s and hires approximately 650 young people annually.
- 98% of shop management roles and nearly half of operational manager roles are filled internally, often by young hires.
- The company offers 30 apprenticeship programs for skill development and qualifications.
- Heathrow's third runway plan requires PM Andy Burnham's endorsement by year-end.
- Poundland's bosses are backing Martin Property Group's bid to take over the chain, potentially saving 12,000 jobs.