Betfred to close 132 betting shops with 600 job cuts

On July 31, 2026, Betfred confirmed that it will shut down 132 betting shops, comprising over 10% of its total UK network, and will cut around 600 jobs starting from September 2026. As a result of the restructuring, the company will be left with around 1,100 shops in the UK, employing approximately 7,500 people. The […