When William Hill founded his bookmaker in 1934, gambling was something people only did behind closed doors. It wasn't regulated and bookies weren't even legally obliged to pay up. Fast forward 80 years and William Hill is a familiar name on the high street, and is a trusted brand for those who enjoy a flutter.
In fact, says HR director David Russell, only the Post Office has more high street branches. "And at the rate they're closing, maybe we'll be the biggest soon," he adds.
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