Victor Chandler expands into Irish market

THE British bookmaker Victor Chandler plans to expand into Ireland with the launch of several shops in addition to a dedicated betting website for Irish punters.

The bookmaker says it is looking for a flagship shop in Dublin city centre, possibly in the financial district, and will open several more over the next two years with expansion into Irish other cities.

Victor Chandler said it is not preparing to take on Irish bookies head-to-head by opening a hundred shops, but would compete for a strong retail presence here backed up by online and telephone betting.