Stakis To Ladbrokes to Gala

How Gala Casinos Became

Sir Reo Stakis (born Argyros Anastasis) (13 March 1913 - 28 August 2001) was a Scottish-Cypriot hotel magnate,
Stakis opened Scotland's first casino, the Chevalier, in 1964 and gradually added several other casinos to the Stakis group. The Chevalier was an immediate success, the first of an eventual chain of 22. He finally decided to sell his empire which consited of, 54, four-star hotels, 22 casinos and 70 health clubs to Ladbrokes in 1999.
Ladbrokes did not keep the casinos very long at all but in this short period managed to send out quartley staff magazines along with producing there own training money with Ian Paynes (MD) face replacing that of the Queen


Gala aquired the ladbroke chain of casinos in December 2000 and at this time consisted of  127 UK casinos, plus one each in Gibraltar and the Isle of Man, to its portfolio of 175 bingo halls around the country.

Gala possible new Casino in Londons' West End?

There have been reports in the London press that Gala Casinos may be looking to relocate its Piccadilly Licence (currently closed) to the  Trocadero on the corner of Leicester Square.

For more info see http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/standa...dero-casino.do

ASPERS STRATFORD UPDATE

Aspers Stratford is progressing at a steady pace to meet the schedule of the December 1st

Here is what it looks like on the week ending 21.10.11. We will try to keep regular updates on the progress

Halloween Facts

The word Halloween is first attested in the 16th century and represents a Scottish variant of the fuller All-Hallows-Even ("evening"), that is, the night before All Hallows Day.[5] Although the phrase All Hallows is found in Old English (ealra hālgena mæssedæg, mass-day of all saints), All-Hallows-Even is itself not attested until 1556
Development of artifacts and symbols associated with Halloween formed over time. For instance, the carving of jack-o'-lanterns springs from the souling custom of carving turnips into lanterns as a way of remembering the souls held in purgatory.[6] The turnip has traditionally been used in Ireland and Scotland at Halloween,[7][8] but immigrants to North America used the native pumpkin, which are both readily available and much larger – making them easier to carve than turnips.[7] The American tradition of carving pumpkins is recorded in 1837[9] and was originally associated with harvest time in general, not becoming specifically associated with Halloween until the mid-to-late 19th century.

Pictures for the best Ghoul.....

London Hippodrome Equipment Order

The London Hippodrome Casino has signed an order with TCSJohnHuxley for the following equipment:

60 Novo Unity2 High quality terminals.

13 CC2

13 Saturn Wheels

13 e-FX displays

The casino's three gaming floors will offer all of the very best in table gaming and the latest electronic games and slots from across the world, including Roulette, Blackjack, Poker and Punto Banco. The main arena gaming floor, with its central bar and full-height ceiling stretching up to the minstrel's gallery of the original theatre, will offer a particularly spectacular gaming experience.

Up in 'The Gods', the Poker Deck will offer tournaments and cash games and on The Top Floor the VIP room will offer high minimums for those invited. Four private rooms will offer the opportunity for dining and/or gaming in a more private environment. The Top Floor Bar will lead out onto our two open air gaming and smoking terraces – a unique outdoor environment within the casino walls.

The new casino is planned to open in March 2012.

Caption of the Week

Last weeks winner is Rob with
"I've told you already I don't want the big issue!!"
He will receive his cream cake this week and as a special prize he will also get this month Big Issue and a cardboard box to sleep in if he feels the desire


Here is this weeks new photo "be gentle"

IGT Sex in the City Reel Multiplay Slot

IGT Sex in the City Reel Multiplay Slots installed at Gala Liverpool with Star Wars to follow soon.

See them in operation at:

http://www.youtube.com/user/igt

PC Wars, Whats under your Hood ?

PC Wars
What’s under your hood? Is your home PC a dusty box in the corner of a room or is it a thing of pride and joy. What do you use it for, surfing the net, gaming, graphic design or music, is it a  tower or laptop?
Monitors, large, small 1,2,3
Graphics cards basic, average or top notch pocket burners
Post your spec, let us know what has been worth the money and is a must buy and what is a lame duck
OS, Windows, Linux , Network: wireless, hardwired

Soldering The Ancient Art

Soldering! It sounds simple, it is simple, but only when you have been shown the basics. The older generation presumes everyone knows how to, as at some point in their life someone passed on that skill to them. But is it a skill we pass on to the younger generation. I think not

In this present throwaway society it is actually becoming a dying skill, why repair when you can replace for a few pounds? However this basic skill once learnt can save you hundreds.

Having realised this we reached out to our present engineers and asked the question, who would like to learn the basics? Michael Staley was very bold and was the first to respond and Ian Smith took up the challenge of taking the time to pass on his knowledge, Ian also took the time to get a small project for Michael to build so he could see the fruits of his labour. From the feedback this was a positive experience for both Ian and Michael.

If any of you do require any training on soldering please do ask, if there is any other skill sets you need training, again please do ask

Fighting Fit

2 members of the service team have recently taken up the martial arts,  James Pinder (American Kickboxing) and Jamie McDonald (Shaolin Kung Fu), Having done a little myself (Wado Ryu) if any of you are intrested in a training session (Pad work, self defence) let me know and we can arrange something. If any of you are intrested in taking up a martial arts give one of the guys a call or myself so we can give a little advice on what may suit you
James Pinders last fight http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eoqkeDAqzfw&noredirect=1

Leo's Liverpool

New Multiplay table successfully installed at Gala's Liverpool Casino today.

The casino has recently been refurbished to creating a new modern look.

There are a number of promotions planned over the next two weeks including operating the table in tournament mode with the player with highest credit after five minutes winning a cash prize.

Quotes of the week

"I spent a lot of money on booze, birds and fast cars. The rest I just squandered". George Best
"I used to go missing a lot... Miss Canada, Miss United Kingdom, Miss World". George Best
"In 1969 I gave up women and alcohol - it was the worst 20 minutes of my life". George Best

Offer Of the Week

Save 40% of Odean Cinema Tickets until 13th October.

http://promo.odeon.co.uk/film40/?utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=40%+Off&utm_source=Voucher+Codes+

And for those without kids.

Pizza Express - 2 Main Courses £12 until 16th October


http://www.pizzaexpress-offers.co.uk/

Enjoy

Mens Heatlh

From time to time we will try to bring you tips for a healthy lifestyle
thisweeks tip is
Buy a padlock for the fridge , Just stop eating to much !

Ideas & Suggestions

Gents please leave comments on any ideas, features, articles you would like to see on here

JCM Global and Techfirm demo pay-by-mobile phone technology at G2E

Technology development leaders JCM Global and Techfirm have been growing their strategic development project, which has now led to an opportunity for the two firms to provide a dynamic demonstration of the future potential of NFC (Near Field Communication) in the casino gaming industry
Techfirm was instrumental in launching the “mobile wallet” technology in Japan seven years ago, and recently Techfirm and JCM conducted preliminary research on implementing this innovative technology in the casino gaming industry.

IGT showcases the best in MegaJackpots gaming at G2E 2011

 IGT is rolling out a portfolio of extraordinary MegaJackpots titles at this year's Global Gaming Expo (G2E). in Vegas

IGT debuts pop culture titles that deliver players' top of the chart entertainment and edge of their movie-seat action with Sex and The City Fabulous, Ghostbusters Who Ya Gonna Call, Breakfast at Tiffany's, The Joker's Heist and The Twilight Zone in 3D

The only possible Venue in the UK for these new slots offering is the new Aspers Stratford unless more 2005 Licences are issued .

The Ritz

The Ritz are to update there slot machines this is due to take place at the end of October
Not a big presence of slot machines but I am sure that they can take a few pounds now and again
Peter Broomfield will be passing over the service duties of this prestigious club to Tony Pierpoint whom I am sure will keep the high Standards set by Peter
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GAME THEMES
Pharaohs Fortune, Diamond Queen, Cats, Cleopatra
Lucky Larry's Lobstermania, Cash Coaster, Siberian Storm, Diamond Queen
Cleopatra, Ghost Wilds, Cash Coaster, Lucky Larry's Lobstermania
Wolf Run, Arctic Fox, Pharaohs Fortune, Cats