Paddington Gains Casino Jobs - Sunday 23rd of July 2006
PADDINGTON, England – As reported by the Hampstead and Highgate Express: "More than 100 jobs have been created in Paddington with the opening of a money-spinning casino and sports bar.
"The £5million development has been unveiled at the Paddintgon Hilton hotel, following a joint investment by Ladbrokes and two private backers, Alan Goodenough and David Seton.
"Situated in the heart of the Paddington Waterside Regeneration Area, the grand casino, which was officially opened this week, is expected to create 150 jobs. These will be in the entertainment and catering sector.
"…Ladbrokes chief executive Christopher Bell said: 'The Ladbrokes casino and sports bar is superbly located - in close proximity to the Heathrow Express in a part of London that is undergoing significant redevelopment.
" This investment also ensures that LadbrokesK is operationally ready to bid for one or more of the new casino licences under the 2005 Gambling Act, should we decide the final locations represent a sound investment.'…"
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