All MCA Insight articles in June 2025 – Page 2
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NewsNIC changes contribute to more than 100,000 job losses
The damaging impact necessitates an urgent review and reversal of the increases, UKHospitality has said
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NewsMowgli strengthens leadership team
The TriSpan-backed Indian restaurant group has appointed Tom Hatcher as business development director and Emily Weston as marketing director
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NewsInsomnia Cookies to scale to 1,800 openings per year
Krispy Kreme has sold its remaining stake in the late night cookie concept to Mistral Equity Partners and Verlinvest, in a transaction which will accelerate Insomnia’s growth
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NewsRobust trading and estate management drives returns for Fuller’s
The pub company achieved like-for-like growth across food, drink, and accommodation, and further announced Simon Emeny will become executive chairman next month
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Analysis & InsightConfidence in the sector remains low
Only 15% of hospitality leaders in Britain feel confident about the future of the sector in general, according to the latest Business Confidence Survey from CGA by NIQ and Sona.
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NewsRevel Collective appoints new CFO
Matthew Fowler joins the Revolution and Peach Pubs operator following the departure of outgoing chief financial officer Danielle Davies
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Analysis & InsightPizza delivery faces battleground on price
Despite being a staple menu item on delivery platforms, pizza prices rose only 2% year-on-year – well below the 6% average seen across the QSR sector, new data from Meaningful Vision finds.
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NewsGusto appoints advisors for strategic review
The Palatine-backed Italian restaurant group is understood to be working with Interpath as it seeks to secure additional investment to drive the business forward
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NewsUK wage growth slows as unemployment hits high
Average wage growth was up 5.2% in the three months to April, down from 5.5% the previous month, while unemployment reached its highest level in four years, according to the latest ONS data.
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NewsMcDonald’s: ‘Creating a safe, respectful workplace has even greater focus for us’
The business has taken “numerous steps” to ensure that everyone who comes to work at the business “feels safe, seen and supported” following allegations of misconduct
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NewsBuzzworks achieves B Corporation certification
The Scottish hospitality business said that becoming B Corp certified was “much more than a mere badge – it’s a commitment, to put people and plant first while delivering exceptional hospitality”.
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NewsThe Ritz named the Best Restaurant in the UK
Led by veteran chef John Williams MBE, the restaurant has finally climbed to the top of the prestigious UK Top 100 Restaurants list having been a regular on it for many years.
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Event News‘Loyalty isn’t just a touchpoint, it’s a journey’: Operators get personal at Hostech
Comptoir, Heartwood Collection, 200 Degrees and Uber Eats discuss how they are moving beyond transactional approaches and embedding loyalty across every customer interaction
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NewsThai Leisure Group reports strong profit growth
The operator of Chaophraya and Thaikhun has reported a significant increase in profit despite a challenging trading environment, as it continues to focus on operational resilience and brand strength
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Interviews‘It’s about solving a problem’ – Sonny’s founder on allergy-safe QSR
The new QSR concept targeting the underserved food allergy market is progressing towards its debut launch in London and building a pipeline for national and international growth
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NewsRandall’s appoints Clive Watson as independent chairman
The Jersey-based pub group has appointed the former City Pub Group CEO as its new independent chairman, as it looks to accelerate growth across its business
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Event NewsParogon Group to share expansion strategy at Pub Conference
Richard Colclough will discuss the brand’s approach to converting sites into thriving food-led venues, including daypart-specific propositions and the success of all-day concept Willow
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NewsHospitality spend grows ahead of general slowdown
UK consumer card spending on hospitality and leisure spend rose 3.3% in May, above overall spending growth, according to the latest Barclays Consumer Spend report
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NewsPopeyes UK secures new £43m banking facilities
Alongside its existing support from owner TDR Capital, the new facilities give the QSR brand the flexibility to execute its plan to open around 45 restaurants this year.
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NewsKate Nicholls promoted to chair of UKHospitality
UKHospitality’s Kate Nicholls has been promoted to chair, with current deputy Allen Simpson to become the new CEO, and Steve Cassidy taking on the role of president.