All MCA Insight articles in February 2025 – Page 2
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NewsBlack Sheep expands presence in Scotland
The coffee shop chain has opened on Edinburgh’s Lothian Road with new franchisee Usman Raiz, following franchise agreements to grow its footprint in Scotland as well as Northern Ireland
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Analysis & InsightHospitality sales fall 1.3% in January
The figure is the CGA RSM Tracker’s lowest since April 2024, and only the second month of negative trading since early 2022, attributed to a post-Christmas squeeze on spend and widespread participation in Dry January
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NewsBonchon on the lookout for franchise partners
The Korean fried chicken concept, which operates more than 455 sites worldwide, is seeking franchisees to bring the brand to the UK
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NewsToby Carvery staff campaign for union recognition
Employees at the restaurant, operated by Mitchells & Butlers, have raised concerns over the distribution of tips, the setting of rotas and health and safety issues
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NewsYoung’s appoints interim ops director
Operations manager Adam Bowers has been promoted to the role of interim director of operations at the pub company. It follows the recent promotion of Kara Alderin to COO.
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NewsLast few tickets remaining for MCA’s Food to Go Conference
Don’t miss out on the action-packed programme, featuring German Doner Kebab, Papa Johns, Wingstop, Chipotle, WatchHouse Coffee and many more. Book your tickets here
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NewsOnly A Pavement Away sets out long-term employment goals
The industry charity has placed 661 people in employment in the hospitality sector since it was founded in 2018 and is hoping to help 5,000 by 2030
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NewsPatrick Dardis steps down as Heartwood NED
The former chief executive of Young’s joined the board at the pub and restaurant group, formerly known as Brasserie Bar Co, in November 2022
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NewsCornish Bakery to add six new locations
The 66-strong independent bakery chain is building on a year of record-breaking results in 2024, which saw it achieve a 26% rise in sales
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NewsWendy’s adds two new sites to pipeline
The American burger chain is opening in Blackpool and Southampton, as it looks to reach the 50-site milestone
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NewsGovernment-backed hospitality employment programme launches
SWAP, which offers hospitality jobseekers fast-tracked training and work experience, has launched in Liverpool, with plans for a nationwide rollout later this year
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NewsRestaurant groups urge government to protect delivery riders
PizzaExpress, Dishoom, and Wingstop are among those who have joined Deliveroo in calling for greater protection for riders in the Crime & Policing Bill
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NewsKrispy Kreme sees ‘continued pressure in the UK’
The doughnut brand’s adjusted EBITDA margin was down 18.6%, largely due to lower volumes in the UK, with the team piloting different price points and new channels
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NewsNEOS plans £3m revamp of Pryzm Kingston
The venue is set for a major refurbishment as NEOS Hospitality plans to split the venue into two distinct concepts, party bar Bonnie Rogues and new nightclub Circuit
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InterviewsShah’s Halal Foods to open 50 new UK sites in 2025
The UK-based halal QSR brand is targeting significant growth in 2025, with plans to open 50 new locations by the end of the year
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NewsBurger & Lobster founders split business interests
The co-founders of B&L, Goodman Steakhouses, and Beast Restaurant have formally divided their business interests
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Analysis & InsightBodean’s looks to reignite American BBQ trend
The London-based, Kansas-inspired restaurant concept is looking to fire up interest in smokehouse cuisine with a revamped menu and the appointment of meat guru Richard Turner
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NewsHeineken to reduce strength of Sol lager
The Dutch brewer will reduce the strength of the drink from 4.2% ABV to 3.4%, paying a lower duty band on the product
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NewsUpdate: Elizabeth Line strikes cancelled after new pay offer
Planned strikes by train drivers on London’s Elizabeth Line have been called off after a revised pay offer was put forward by operator MTR
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InterviewsTikka Nation heats up UK’s Indian QSR market
The fast-casual Indian concept is accelerating its expansion across the UK, with plans to reach 15 to 16 sites by the end of 2025