All MCA Insight articles in February 2023 – Page 8
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Interviews
Caravan: ‘We source well beyond Fairtrade’
CEO Laura Harper-Hinton talks to MCA about why climate positive is better than climate neutral, in the latest finalist profile for the Retailers’ Retailer Sustainability award, sponsored by Pernod Ricard
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News
In Pictures: Young’s launches City wine bar
The Bishop’s Vaults opens on the former Boisdale of Bishopsgate site, the intimate bar paying homage to the original features of what was once an underground cellar
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News
McDonald’s signs agreement to protect staff from harassment
The fast food brand has signed an agreement with the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) in response to concerns about the handling of sexual harassment complaints made by staff in its UK restaurants
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News
UKHospitality welcomes new department for energy security
The new department for energy security and net zero, led by Grant Shapps, will be responsible for long-term energy supply
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News
Soho Coffee Co sees sales recover
While revenue remains behind pre-pandemic levels, the coffee chain’s parent company BTC Hospitality has stated it remains committed to supporting future growth
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News
Wingstop moves into retail parks
Wingstop UK has announced plans to open its first standalone retail unit at Gallions Reach Retail Park in Beckton, East London, in spring this year
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Interviews
Yolk aims to go nationwide
Founder Nick Philpot discusses taking the brand nationwide, broadening its offer across day parts, and proving that convenience-led dining isn’t a barrier to quality
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News
Coco di Mama to make regional debut in Reading
Coco di Mama will open its first store outside London in Reading on 10 February, as it looks to accelerate expansion and build a nationwide presence
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Interviews
Mowgli: ‘Sustainability is about building resilience and doing the right thing’
As part of a series of finalists’ profiles for MCA’s Retailers’ Retailer Awards’ Sustainability category, we speak to Mowgli Street Food about why a sustainable business is also a resilient business and a socially responsible one
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News
KFC makes appointments to people team
Maria Mastellone returns to the fried chicken brand following an interim role at Pizza Hut UK & Europe, while Kathryn York becomes chief people officer
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News
Ed Balls to host MCA’s Retailers’ Retailer Awards
The broadcaster, writer, economist and former politician will host the prestigious event at The Roundhouse on 14 March, with tickets available to book now
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Interviews
Gong cha to double estate in 2023
The bubble tea concept is opening its first dark kitchen in the UK amid plans to expand to more than 21 stores across the country this year, global CEO Paul Reynish tells MCA
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News
Support measures can help lower inflation
In its submission to the Chancellor, ahead of his Spring Budget, UKHospitality has called for support on energy, a lower business rates multiplier for hospitality and a temporary reduction in VAT
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Analysis & Insight
Hospitality spending sees strong year-on-year growth
Pubs, bars, & clubs enjoyed an 18.1% boost in consumer card spending in January, while restaurants were up by 4.7%
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News
Clean Kitchen Club announces pivot
The vegan restaurant brand is closing its Notting Hill site, launching a retail range and teased something “never seen before” in QSR
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Interviews
Heart with Smart: ‘We want to help move the whole sector forward’
The Pizza Hut Restaurants operator speaks to MCA about using its voice for the greater good, as part of a series of finalists’ profiles for the Retailers’ Retailer Awards’ Sustainability category, sponsored by Pernod Ricard
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Interviews
Vapiano: ‘We’ve taken a step forward into the future’
UK MD Craig Goslin speaks to MCA about reinventing the brand’s “dated” customer journey following its restructure, which includes ditching counter service
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News
Sector apprenticeships to be promoted in government campaign
Schools and colleges will hear success stories from Greene King, Mitchells & Butlers, Pizza Express and Whitbread
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News
Active Partners gives Honest Burgers fuel for growth
The investor supported the burger brand’s plans for two new sites with additional funding of £1.3m last year
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Analysis & Insight
What next for Stonegate’s remaining L&T business?
As the managed pub company reportedly looks to sell off 1,000 pubs from the former Ei leased & tenanted estate, MCA looks at the logic behind the move, and who might be in the running to pick up the package