Rank submits casino plans

GAMING giant Rank Group has lodged a planning application to convert the former Buckingham Bingo unit at an entertainment complex in south Manchester into a new £6m G Casino.

The company first unveiled its plans for the Parrs Wood centre in East Didsbury earlier in the year.

It says the new venue will employ 120 staff but some residents have objected because the site is close to a secondary school.

Rank has carried out a consultation in a bid to allay concerns and insists it has a proven track record in, “delivering safe, responsible and fun casinos”.

A change of use application was submitted to Manchester City Council on September 20 and should be considered by councillors by the end of the year. If approved the casino should open next year.

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