Paddy Power: 57 high street shops closing in the UK and Ireland - with closures affecting nearly 250 jobs

Alex Nelson
By Alex Nelson

Jobs, finance and retail writer

Published 17th Oct 2025, 12:10 GMT
Updated 17th Oct 2025, 12:10 GMT

High street betting takes another hit as almost 250 staff face uncertainty 🎯

  • Paddy Power is set to close 57 betting shops across the UK and Ireland
  • Nearly 250 employees are at risk, with some redeployment opportunities offered
  • The closures are driven by rising costs and challenging market conditions
  • The number of high street betting shops has dropped by a third since 2017
  • The move comes amid concerns over potential UK gambling tax increases