Ladbrokes and McClean Bookmakers Fail To Block Rival Shops' Expansions
Ladbrokes and McClean bookmakers stop working to block competing shops' expansions
20 May 2013
Two bookies have actually stopped working in High Court quotes to obstruct proposed extensions to competing wagering shops in Belfast.
A judge dismissed attempts by both Ladbrokes and McClean bookies to judicially evaluate planning decisions in favour of Toals and Sean Graham.
The judge at Belfast High Court said he would offer factors for his decision at a later stage.
The legal proceedings had actually been provided over applications for the growth of 2 shops in the city centre.
The first, operated by Toals in Pottinger's Entry, includes a proposal to extend out into the former passport workplace on High Street.
In the second, Sean Graham is seeking to increase the area of its King Street wagering workplace by taking control of a hair stylists on Castle Street.
'Disgruntled competitor'
Lawyers for Ladbrokes and McClean bookies claimed both were attempting to get round a requirement of gaming legislation to show need.
During the case the 2 business acknowledged their interest as business competitors.
Points were also raised about compliance with policies securing a sanctuary.
But counsel for Sean Graham argued that the legal obstacle was the act of an unhappy rival, entirely worried with the influence on its own business.
According to the Planning Service's legal agents, neither proposed development involves modifications to buildings noticeable from the street.
Following the verdict, Sean Graham bookmakers, which employ 150 personnel in 30 stores across Northern Ireland, outlined its plan for modern-day properties and more jobs.
Ladbrokes and McClean bookmakers stop working to block competing shops' expansions
20 May 2013
Two bookies have actually stopped working in High Court quotes to obstruct proposed extensions to competing wagering shops in Belfast.
A judge dismissed attempts by both Ladbrokes and McClean bookies to judicially evaluate planning decisions in favour of Toals and Sean Graham.
The judge at Belfast High Court said he would offer factors for his decision at a later stage.
The legal proceedings had actually been provided over applications for the growth of 2 shops in the city centre.
The first, operated by Toals in Pottinger's Entry, includes a proposal to extend out into the former passport workplace on High Street.
In the second, Sean Graham is seeking to increase the area of its King Street wagering workplace by taking control of a hair stylists on Castle Street.
'Disgruntled competitor'
Lawyers for Ladbrokes and McClean bookies claimed both were attempting to get round a requirement of gaming legislation to show need.
During the case the 2 business acknowledged their interest as business competitors.
Points were also raised about compliance with policies securing a sanctuary.
But counsel for Sean Graham argued that the legal obstacle was the act of an unhappy rival, entirely worried with the influence on its own business.
According to the Planning Service's legal agents, neither proposed development involves modifications to buildings noticeable from the street.
Following the verdict, Sean Graham bookmakers, which employ 150 personnel in 30 stores across Northern Ireland, outlined its plan for modern-day properties and more jobs.