The new measures are part of a wider strategy to revitalise high streets and return decision-making power to communities. Mr Burnham said: "For many people, the high streets they grew up with have been hollowed out and become unrecognisable over decades of decline. "The rise of vape shops, betting shops and rogue operators have replaced the shops, services, and community spaces that people are crying out for. "I said we would improve Britain’s high streets, and that’s exactly what we are starting to do. "Local councils will be given the powers they need to rein in unwanted shops and bring town centres back to life.