All MCA Insight articles in August 2021 – Page 6
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Analysis & InsightCaution remains as consumers return to nightclubs
Research from CGA indicates consumers have shown strong interest in visiting nightclubs since reopening on July 19, with 43% of 18 to 24 year olds – a core demographic for the late night sector - having visited a nightclub within ten days of them reopening. However, there were also signs of apprehension among some returning guests.
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NewsNightcap builds pipeline with LCC site
Nightcap has secured its first new site for London Cocktail Club (LCC) and is in advanced negotiations on five further properties across its portfolio of brands.
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InterviewsBoparan: ‘Delivery is performing better than ever’
It is the launch day of Boparan Restaurant Group’s latest concept, the multi-brand, 180-cover Restaurant Hub.
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NewsCovid passports could exempt bars and nightclubs from further restrictions
Bars and nightclubs that introduce vaccine passports could be exempt from future social distancing measures, the government has suggested.
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NewsWorkers still staying away from the office
Staff have not returned to offices in significant numbers with the majority continuing to work from home despite the lifting of government guidance on the issue on 19 July.
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NewsDomino’s reaches agreement on Swiss business
Domino’s Pizza Group has reached an agreement to sell its entire shareholding in Domino’s Pizza GmBH – its Swiss business – for a consideration of CHF 0.3m (approximately £0.2m).
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NewsOpenTable launches direct messaging function
OpenTable the online booking platform has introduced Direct Messaging, a new feature that lets diners and restaurants communicate directly via the app once a reservation is made - without having to make a phone call. This follows research by OpenTable that reveals 63% of Brits would choose to contact a restaurant via direct message as they say it’s easier or quicker than an email or phone call.
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NewsPingdemic looks to be on the decline
The number of alerts sent by the NHS Covid-19 app fell by 43% last week, suggesting the peak of the current wave has passed.
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NewsIn-person ‘right to work’ checks could hamper hospitality recruitment
Government plans to reintroduce in-person ‘right to work’ checks from September could exacerbate hospitality’s recruitment struggles, it has been suggested.
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NewsGovernment announces £750m insurance scheme for live events
A £750m government-backed insurance scheme has been announced for live events in order to help boost confidence in the planning of events through to next year.
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Analysis & InsightConsumers in favour of social distancing in pubs and restaurants
Almost seven in 10 (65%) of consumers would welcome a return to social distancing measures in pubs and restaurants, according to a new YouGov poll, with half favouring the closure of nightclubs.
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Analysis & InsightOverseas delivery trends are test case for future UK model
Changes to the delivery market in the US and Europe will make “a good test case” for what may happen in the UK, Douglas Jack, research analyst, travel & leisure at Peel Hunt, has suggested.
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Analysis & InsightAverage spend up as pubs and bars grow share
Latest data from Lumina Intelligence’s Eating & Drinking Out Panel indicates a shift in channel share during the four weeks to 11 July 2021 driven by the Euros. As consumers gathered to watch the football, pubs and bars have continued to gain channel share, accounting for 15.0% of total eating out occasions across the four weeks – up 2ppts versus the previous period. Restaurants have also continued to grow share, up 0.6ppts to 12.7%.
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NewsMowgli to make London debut
Mowgli Street Food has signed its debut London site, at 5 Charlotte Street, Fitzrovia.
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NewsPret among companies found to not have paid the minimum wage
Almost 200 companies - including Pret A Manger - have been named by the government for not paying workers the minimum wage. The Pret underpayment affected a small number of staff during 2019 who opted to allocate some of their salary in exchange for childcare vouchers.
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OpinionCould the end of furlough prove fruitful?
There can be no avoiding the headlines around staff shortages in the hospitality sector. The pingdemic has been forcing businesses to fully or partially close venues left, right and centre – four in 10 to be specific.
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NewsGrowing brands highlight key market trends
Lumina’s latest ODI (Operator Data Index) analysis includes full year 2021 outlet growth forecasts for both emerging and established brands within important market segments. It also discusses some of the key market trends that are currently helping brands expand. Trends include creating atmosphere, focusing on online and diversification of offer.
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InterviewsWatchHouse: We want to be the benchmark in speciality coffee
Aquarium design and speciality coffee may not seem like likely business bedfellows. But it’s the progression taken by WatchHouse Coffee founder Roland Horne, and he points out that the two very different specialisms are not without their similarities.
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NewsMcDonald’s appoints new CMO
McDonald’s UK & Ireland has appointed Michelle Graham-Clare as its new senior vice president, chief marketing officer.
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Analysis & InsightJapanese cuisine closes gap on Italian dominance in restaurants
Data from Lumina Intelligence’s Menu Tracker is helping to shed a light on trends in starter and main cuisines within chain pubs and restaurants. In restaurants, Italian cuisine continues to dominate while the incidence of pan-Asian dishes grow. British cuisine dominates pub & bar menus and leads year-on-year growth.