Harringay, Haringey - So Good they Spelt it Twice!
Cynical Move by Gaming Centre to Treble Gaming Machines - Petition
The following from the LCSP:
As you know, local residents fought an excellent campaign to oppose the opening of an Adult Gaming Centre in Green Lanes. The Council supported us by refusing licensing and planning permission, but unfortunately both of these decisions were overturned on appeal. This means that Agora Leisure have the right to open their premises.
However, they have now put in an application to vary their licence, meaning that the premises would be divided into 3 units. The sole reason for this is to increase the number of the most addictive and profitable gaming machines, which offer £500 prizes for a £1 stake. The law only allows 4 per premises, but by dividing up the site into 3 small units they will end up with 12 of these machines.
This is a totally cynical and calculated move, which was no doubt part of their plan from the outset. We actually stand a very good chance of resisting this, and the Council is on our side from the start. However, as local residents we do need to show the strength of our opposition, so please sign the online petition by 30 November which will help us to ensure that our case is as strong as possible.
If you would like to make an individual representation direct to the Council, go to the Planning and Licensing page on this site, in the Licensing section, you'll see links for viewing licensing applications and instructions on making representation.
Also have a look at Bushy's related post here
As you know, local residents fought an excellent campaign to oppose the opening of an Adult Gaming Centre in Green Lanes. The Council supported us by refusing licensing and planning permission, but unfortunately both of these decisions were overturned on appeal. This means that Agora Leisure have the right to open their premises.
However, they have now put in an application to vary their licence, meaning that the premises would be divided into 3 units. The sole reason for this is to increase the number of the most addictive and profitable gaming machines, which offer £500 prizes for a £1 stake. The law only allows 4 per premises, but by dividing up the site into 3 small units they will end up with 12 of these machines.
This is a totally cynical and calculated move, which was no doubt part of their plan from the outset. We actually stand a very good chance of resisting this, and the Council is on our side from the start. However, as local residents we do need to show the strength of our opposition, so please sign the online petition by 30 November which will help us to ensure that our case is as strong as possible.
If you would like to make an individual representation direct to the Council, go to the Planning and Licensing page on this site, in the Licensing section, you'll see links for viewing licensing applications and instructions on making representation.
Also have a look at Bushy's related post here
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Permalink Reply by David Schmitz on
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This petition is compelling in its argument.
I'm very pleased to support it.
David Schmitz
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Permalink Reply by Hugh on
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Good point (as always) Tom. I should have put this in the original post (and will do so now).
If you go to the Planning and Licensing page on this site, in the Licensing section, you'll see links for viewing licensing applications and instructions on making representation.
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Permalink Reply by Pat on
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A leaflet came through the letter box from the Tottenham Labour Party. At the bottom there is an email address, if you feel that the applications should be refused. Representation needs to be made by Wednesday 3rd December:
licensing@haringey.gov.uk
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Permalink Reply by james walsh on
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licensing@haringey.gov.uk does not work for me
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James, look at my posting just above. There's a link with all you need to make a representation.
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Great Hugh.
Nice work.
May this all be stopped.
Ben. Woodlands Park Road :)
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LETS KICK THEM IN THE TEETH !
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Permalink Reply by jack63kids on
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Couple of hours left to hit the magic 200. Currently 197, with two voids.
Well done for organising this Hugh.
Best,
Jack
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Good news on this one - Daliah at Licensing is just about to write out to anyone who objected to let is all now that the application was refused. Whether that's and end to the matter we'll have to see.
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Permalink Reply by Liz on
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Indeed, we shall have to see. Given the flagrant disregard for planning decisions by most developers of any description in this area, we cannot be sure they will not go ahead anyway. We must keep a careful eye on this.
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