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Local official blasts UK government

21 November 2006

PAISLEY, Scotland -- As reported by the icRenfrewshire: "An angry councillor has blasted government bosses for throwing out Paisley's bid to win backing for a Las Vegas-style casino.

"The Department for Culture, Media and Sport rejected the proposals which would have pumped £5 million into the local economy and created 100 jobs after deciding Renfrewshire wasn't as well placed as other areas across the UK to house the new gambling venue.

"'For Paisley to move out of the shadows of Glasgow when we have so much going for us, we have to do things on our own merit and in our own vision – we have to mark out our own identity,' added the former provost.

"…Some 30 towns and cities across Britain will now compete for eight licences for large casinos with as many permits for smaller venues also available.

"But Mr McDowell blasted the decision to drop Paisley while keeping smaller towns in the game…"

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