Harringay, Haringey - So Good they Spelt it Twice!
"Better" Gambling Licence Application - Hearing Result
We started at 6 this evening. I got home about 30 minutes ago (It's now 11.45 pm).
This was a tough one. Better had an expensive barrister making their case. Four of us spoke on behalf of the residents - in addition to myself, there was Ian, Peter and Mario.
If you see them in the pub (and if you know who I'm referring to) and you were opposed to the licence being granted, you owe them a drink. The decision was against granting a licence. I was delighted to work along side this small yet effective team.
You may detect a distinct lack of any celebratory tone in my words. That's because, this is far from being over. In addition to next week's hearing at the magistrate's court for betting shop number one, Metrobet, the other two applicants are likely to appeal. Moreover it's possible that one or more of these cases wil end up in the High Court. So, no, little cause for celebration as yet. I'm pleased that we live to fight another day, but most certainly not yet minded to dance in the street.
This was a tough one. Better had an expensive barrister making their case. Four of us spoke on behalf of the residents - in addition to myself, there was Ian, Peter and Mario.
If you see them in the pub (and if you know who I'm referring to) and you were opposed to the licence being granted, you owe them a drink. The decision was against granting a licence. I was delighted to work along side this small yet effective team.
You may detect a distinct lack of any celebratory tone in my words. That's because, this is far from being over. In addition to next week's hearing at the magistrate's court for betting shop number one, Metrobet, the other two applicants are likely to appeal. Moreover it's possible that one or more of these cases wil end up in the High Court. So, no, little cause for celebration as yet. I'm pleased that we live to fight another day, but most certainly not yet minded to dance in the street.
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Permalink Reply by Anette on
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Hopefully this is the first of many - well done guys, and I'll happily buy you drinks!!!!
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Permalink Reply by Alison P on
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Fantastic news, many thanks. You'll be reeling out of the pub Hugh ...
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Permalink Reply by empyrean_aisles on
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This is a great result. Thank you to Hugh & the others.
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