Results tagged “gambling”

The East End has historically been a step behind the West End when it comes to displaying the trappings of wealth and success.

But the process of moving the city eastward is a relentless campaign started with the revival of the Docklands, the creation of The O2 and continued with the Olympic Park.

These are tough times for many businesses, with job cuts, higher costs and falling sales as the Government's spending cuts start to take effect.

But there are some industries that thrive in a downturn - capitalising on people's need for quick cash or something to lighten the gloom. The Wharf examines how some of them are doing.

Betting shops used to suffer an image problem - smoky, seedy places full of coughing old men and yellowing newsprint.

But times have changed and betting is now big business, with everyone of legal age seemingly a willing punter. Betting shops have undergone a radical transformation too, as the arrival of Paddy Power in Canary Wharf demonstrated.

Excel could still become London's premier gambling venue if plans to open a casino on the site are revived.

Reports this week claimed Excel chiefs were in negotiations with casino operators to open a casino at the Royal Docks venue.

“MODERN players lack that connection with fans. That’s the major issue in football.�

This is the view of former Arsenal and England footballer Kenny Sansom, who was making his own connection with fans in Canary Wharf this week.