All news articles – Page 142
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NewsSimpler menus, less meat and closing for lunch: how UK restaurants are adapting to tough times
The cost of living crisis and labour shortages is forcing hospitality venues to adopt a new normal, The Guardian reports
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NewsEnd of the bartender? The UK vending machines pouring pints for the masses
Self-service EBars have been popping up at sporting and cultural events, replacing the need for lots of bar staff, The Guardian reports
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NewsSunak risks misfiring on immigration as Britain runs out of workers
The prime minister faces pressure to loosen the borders without risking election oblivion, The Telegraph reports
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NewsHow European baristas and au pairs could return to Britain under government scheme
The Home Office wants to expand its system of short-term visas, The Sunday Times reports
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News‘London’s nightlife is an embarrassment’
Complaints suggest that the capital’s councils would “rather have Harry Potter merch shops and American candy stores” than bars or clubs, The Telegraph reports
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NewsMcDonald’s abuse claims personally shocking, says UK boss
McDonald’s has launched a new investigation handling unit after the BBC reported on dozens of abuse allegations at the fast-food chain
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NewsSessions acquires ServedUp
Rebranded to Sessions Serve, the ePos and mobile ordering company bolsters Sessions’ existing proprietary tech platform
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NewsStarbucks franchisee acquires nine new stores
KBeverage has acquired GK Coffee Group and its nine London Starbucks stores, part of a plan to reach 100 by 2026
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring Incipio Group, Chipotle, Kibou, and more
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NewsJamie Oliver hasn’t ‘lost faith’ in the industry
The chef has said the collapse of his restaurant chain was ”utterly devastating” - but he hasn’t “lost faith” as he pushes ahead with plans to open a new restaurant
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NewsCake Box receives takeover offer
The London-listed 230-strong bakery chain has received an offer from privately owned Australian group The Cheesecake Shop
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NewsTattu rebrands as Permanently Unique
The independent restaurant group has rebranded as part of plans to launch a new concept and grow the brand internationally
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NewsHawksmoor announces £15 deal on strike days
The steak restaurant group will offer £15 steak and frites to encourage customers to visit venues during the upcoming rail and tube strikes
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NewsFuller’s sees strong start to summer
Fuller’s has provided a trading update ahead of its AGM today, with like-for-like sales rising by 15.1% in the 15 weeks to 15 July 2023
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NewsChipotle signs first franchise agreement
Chipotle has signed its first ever franchise agreement with Kuwait-based Alshaya Group to open locations in the Middle East
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NewsChatime secures funding boost
The bubble tea concept, which has 30 stores in the UK and 2,500 around the world, will allocate the funding to launch a food offer
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NewsMcDonald’s says it has 'fallen short'
The chain has “deeply apologised” following a BBC investigation that revealed over 100 allegations from workers relating to sexual assault, harassment, racism, and homophobia
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NewsInflation falls faster than expected
Annual inflation for restaurants and hotels was 9.5% in June, down from May’s 10.3%, while the rate food and non-alcoholic beverages dropped to 17.4%
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NewsTRG reports strong trading in year to date
The Restaurant Group has said it is reviewing its strategic options while accelerating the expansion of Wagamama, and reported progress on the rationalisation plan for its leisure estate
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NewsKnoops appoints CEO
William Gordon-Harris, who has served as executive chairman since 2019, will drive expansion at the speciality chocolate drink brand