This came as a great shock to the locals who instantly leapt into action to stop the club from closing! The People Have SpokenĪ petition was set up on behalf of Shaz Western who has been playing bingo at Chester’s Mecca Bingo since 1972! Her friend Joan said it’s an important and vital activity for people like Shaz who enjoy getting out to socialise and have some fun. Mecca Bingo confirmed this week that they have been in talks with staff in relation to redundancies, but they are not prepared to make an announcement until all discussions and options had been put on the table.
It’s always sad when we learn of bingo venue closures, especially when there are no other options for the bingo loving communities, and one of those community bingo clubs earmarked for closure is Chester’s Mecca Bingo, and it’s safe to say nobody is happy about it! 51-Year Old Bingo Veteran Behind Petition!