Peterborough MP queries PM about betting shops

Peterborough MP Andrew Pakes raises concerns about betting shops during PM's Questions

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00:00Andrew Pakes.

00:01Thank you, Mr Speaker.

00:03The Prime Minister will know that thriving high streets are essential to local growth.

00:09But in cities like mine, people are increasingly concerned by the uncontrolled growth of betting shops and vape stores.

00:16We sure it shows this concern is not isolated.

00:20Nearly half of betting shops and gambling stores are in the 20% of places which are struggling the most, like Peterborough.

00:26So can I ask the Prime Minister, will he ask his departments to meet with me and campaigners

00:32so we can discuss ways that local communities like mine can take back control of our high streets?

00:39My honourable friend is an excellent champion for his constituents.

00:43And we are committed to supporting our nation's high streets to adapt and thrive.

00:48Planning applications are required for any new betting office to make sure locals have a say on individual cases.

00:56And communities can use the planning system to allow for a change of use of their properties.

01:01And I will make sure that he gets the meeting that he has asked for.