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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Burnham Targets Vape And Betting Shops In High Street Revival Plan
Caption: Burnham Targets Vape And Betting Shops In High Street Revival Plan. U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham is set to unveil plans to crack down on vape shops, betting outlets and rogue businesses as part of efforts to revive Britain's high streets. The measures will give local communities greater influence over the types of businesses allowed to open in their town centres. The government will scrap a rule that currently restricts councils from refusing new betting shops even when there are strong local concerns. New vape shops and adult gaming centres will be required to obtain planning permission before opening. Police and local authorities will also receive additional powers to tackle properties suspected of being linked to organised crime. The maximum period for orders closing premises linked to investigations will be extended from six months to 12 months. The proposals form part of Burnham's wider efforts to support communities and regenerate struggling high streets after decades of decline. Burnham has also moved to cut tax on domestic electricity bills, cap bus fares and reduce business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,Andy Burnham,United Kingdom,vape shops,betting shops,high streets,planning permission,local councils,organised crime,adult gaming centres,local authorities
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