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Gambling in England boom fuels betting shop expansion
British bookmakers report rising profits as legalized betting fuels a surge of shops. Ladbrokes and William Hill expand toward 1000 outlets, with licenses tight but demand high. Operators press for TV broadcast rights and evening hours to boost turnover amid higher taxes.
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