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Flutter Entertainment, the group behind Paddy Power and Betfair, has announced that it is set to list on the New York Stock Exchange.

Firm behind Paddy Power to list on New York Stock Exchange

Peter Jackson and Craig Scott from Hill Dickinson

Law firm CEO to step down in April - leaving 'big shoes to fill' for successor

Actor Richard Armitage  (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

The Hobbit actor talks about his big breaks

Flutter Entertainment has announced the acquisition of an initial 51 per cent stake in MaxBet.(Photo supplied by Flutter)

Flutter Entertainment announces acquisition of MaxBet

The company behind Paddy Power and Betfair was profitable in the US in the first six months of the year as it added millions of customers in preparation for a New York listing. (Photo supplied by Flutter Entertainment)

Flutter Entertainment delivers 'exceptional' US performance

Gambling giant Flutter retained extra customers in the first quarter of 2023 following the World Cup, its figures show.

Gambling giant Flutter attracting 12m customers a month in post-World Cup boost

Flutter employs around 1,700 staff in Leeds.

Boss of Flutter watched the World Cup final 'through my fingers'

Actor Sean Astin, actor Dominic Monaghan, Governor George Pataki, actor Elijah Wood and actor Billy Boyd pose together at a special advance screening of "Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King" at the AMC Empire Theater on December 15, 2003 in New York City. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Getty Images)

New Lord of The Rings films are being made, Warner Brothers confirm

Flutter has a 1,700 headcount in Leeds.

Flutter Entertainment delivers strong global performance

Sky Betting & Gaming which is part of Flutter’s UK and Ireland division, is a major employer in Leeds.

Flutter Entertainment hires new chief financial officer

Sky Bet is based in Leeds

Sky Bet owner Flutter Entertainment sees no signs of consumer slowdown

Sean Bean. Photo by Angela Weiss:AFP via Getty

Ad Feature Sean Bean’s Yorkshire Day battle cry film is epic postcard for God's own playgro...

Huddersfield's Danny Schofield in his playing days. Picture: PA.

Huddersfield Town: Danny Schofield’s road to top job at Terriers

Peter Jackson, right, launches the Otley Ale Trail

Former mayor of Otley accused of fabricating decorated military career

In a statement to the City, Flutter said: "Flutter is pleased to announce that it has received all necessary regulatory confirmations with respect to the acquisition of Tombola. With these confirmations now in place, the group completed the acquisition yesterday in cash, fully funded through the group's current cash and debt facilities."

Flutter Entertainment completes acquisition of Tombola

Paddy Power and Betfair owner Flutter Entertainment has agreed a £1.62 billion deal to buy Italian online gaming group Sisal.

Flutter Entertainment agrees deal to buy Italian online gaming group Sisal

Flutter also owns Sky Bet, which is based in Leeds.

Sky Bet owner acquires online bingo operator Tombola for £402m

Sky Betting and Gaming is a major employer in Leeds

Sky Betting and Gaming owner Flutter delivers strong third quarter performance

Yorkshire foster agency loses legal battle over discrimination claims

Flutter Entertainment plc has  announced its interim results in the City of London

I'm proud to invest in my home city of Leeds, says CEO of Sky Bet owner

Sky Bet owner looks at possible US listing.

Sky Bet owner confirms possible US stock market listing
Sky Betting & Gaming owner Flutter Entertainment has confirmed it is looking at a possible stock market listing for part of its US business.

Sky Betting and Gaming has revealed plans for what it’s post-covid office will look like when it moves into 4 Wellington Place later this year. Picture: John Kees Photography

Owner of Leeds-based Sky Bet gives staff bonus for work during pandemic

Flutter Entertainment said that revenue growth had accelerated by 30 per cent.

Owner of Sky Betting set to do better than expected

The sporting world is returning to normal after the disruption caused by the pandemic.

Company merging with owner of Leeds-based Sky Bet sees profits fall

We will remember them: Bradford City fire memorial.

Staying connected as Bradford City fans pay tribute to Valley Parade fire disast...

They Shall Not Grow Old by Peter Jackson comprised of restored archive footage that has been colourised. Picture: Imperial War Museum/Peter Jackson/PA Wire

Make the past less distant by colourising your old photos

Flutter Entertainment has delivered a first quarter trading update.

Company planning to merge with owner of Leeds-based Sky Bet delivers 'resilient'...

The merger brings together two of the biggest names in betting. Picture: PA

Merger between Flutter and owner of Leeds-based Sky Bet is cleared by CMA

Racing at risk

Firm in line to merge with Sky Bet estimates £110m Coronavirus loss

Job done: Huddersfield Town manager Peter Jackson celebrates promotion after beating Mansfield Town in a penalty shootout in the Nationwide Division Three play-off final in Cardiff in 2004.

Why Huddersfield Town need a new group of leaders, according to Peter Jackson

JRR Tolkien taught at the University of Leeds for a period. (Credit: University of Leeds/PA).

Why biopics on writers like Tolkien are a challenge for filmmakers - Yvette Hudd...

Joseph Rowntree School, York (Google)

Compensation payout for sacked disabled teacher in York legal battle
A disabled teacher who was sacked for gross misconduct after showing pupils aged 15 and 16 the 18-rated horror film Halloween is set to collect more than £600,000 in compensation after winning the latest round of a legal fight.

INFLUENTIAL: Huddersfield Town's Paul Dalton tries to get past Manchester City's Murtaz Shelia during the 1997-98 season.
 Picture: Bruce Rollinson

Bygones: Pulling off Huddersfield Town's '˜Great Escape' one of Peter Jackson's ...

Former Huddersfield Town goalkeeper Matt Glennon

Huddersfield Town v Chelsea: Terriers must leave nothing on the pitch, says Matt...

Five familiar faces for Huddersfield Town fans - all involved in the run to the FA Cup fifth round in 1999

Where are they now? Remembering Huddersfield Town's FA Cup fifth round heroes fr...

Former Huddersfield Towns goalkeeper Matt Glennon

Bygones: When Matt Glennon still ended up a loser with Huddersfield Town despite...

Bradford City manager Phil Parkinson. Picture: Bruce Rollinson

Chesterfield v Bradford City: Phil Parkinson set to last after bringing enjoymen...

Leeds United manager Steve Evans is excited about the derby with Huddersfield Town but took time out to commiserate with Chris Powell over his sacking.

Bridcutt deal in balance as Evans sides with Powell ahead of Leeds-Huddersfield ...

St James's Hospital, Leeds.

Nurse struck off for sexting patients at Leeds hospital

Huddersfield manager Chris Powell

Nottm Forest v Huddersfield Town: Young Red Devil eyes ‘a great achievement’

Martin Freeman as Bilbo Baggins in the latest Hobbit movie, The Battle of the Five Armies.

Interview: Peter Jackson on The Hobbit’s final chapter

Sheffield actor Sean Bean in The Lord of the Rings.

Rings star can’t Lord over next door

Former footballer praises NHS for helping him fight throat cancer

Homecare company warned over failings

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Review: The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (12A)

Vicar’s widow calls for action over Church pension blunder

Alison and Peter Jackson

Alison Jackson: The wag who had her own goals in life

Media ban on naming council to protect children

Travelex seeing rise in cash orders by smartphone

Review: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (12A)

Journey that brings the tales of Bilbo full circle after toil and tribulation

Duchess to miss UK premiere of Hobbit

Morning sickness could prevent Duchess from attending Hobbit premiere

New Zealanders revel in limelight 
of Hobbit premiere

Protest over Hobbit film animal deaths

New Zealand pensioner arrested for plot to throw manure at royal couple

Memories rekindled as Kerr gets back on Parade

Judges rule man must be told name of abuse claims woman

New lease of life gives Jones hope for a bright City future

Dark secrets of a movie knight
to remember

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