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Evoke urges no further gambling tax hikes in the Budget after 270 shops shut

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First reported on Friday 23 October 2026 at 04:09 EDT by The Independent·Latest article on Friday 23 October 2026 at 04:09 EDT

Summary

Evoke, the owner of William Hill, urged no further gambling tax hikes in the Budget after 270 shops shut, the Evening Standard and The Independent reported on Friday 23 October. The William Hill owner said the closure of 270 shops 'shows the real impact on jobs and livelihoods from higher industry taxation', according to both outlets.

Latest: Evoke, the owner of William Hill, urged no further gambling tax hikes in the Budget, saying the closure of 270 shops 'shows the real impact on jobs and livelihoods from higher industry taxation', the Evening Standard and The Independent reported.

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How it unfolded

  1. Friday 23 October

    Evoke, the owner of William Hill, urged no further gambling tax hikes in the Budget, saying the closure of 270 shops 'shows the real impact on jobs and livelihoods from higher industry taxation', the Evening Standard and The Independent reported.