All MCA Insight articles in September 2022 – Page 5
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Analysis & InsightEmployee benefits: The perfect package
It’s not just about offering any old benefits package, it’s important to offer benefits that actually matter to your staff. MCA explores different approaches to rewarding staff, featuring commentary from Fuller’s, Loungers, PizzaExpress and CG Restaurants & Bars
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Analysis & InsightConsumer confidence falls to record low
Consumer confidence has dropped to -49 in September, the lowest since records began in 1974, according to the GfK consumer confidence index
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OpinionDavid Read: CPI may have peaked, but food inflation is still rising
Food costs will continue to rise well into 2023, warns David Read, founder & chairman of Prestige Purchasing
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InterviewsHow Dumpling Shack grew into a multi-brand business
From a street food stall on Broadway Market, John and Yee Li have turned Dumpling Shack into an operator with global aspirations
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring new venues from D&D London, Marugame Udon, the Salad Project, and more
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Analysis & InsightPub and bar consumers increasingly value-led
Value will be a key focus for pub operators in the coming months, as consumers cut down on visits to the pub, according to Lumina Intelligence
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NewsPizzaExpress appoints first channel and international director
Chris Holmes will lead the international, delivery and retail business of the brand in this newly created role
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Analysis & InsightCost pressures threaten city centre recovery
The sector has fuelled post-pandemic recovery in cities, but requires urgent support amid current cost pressures, according to CGA and Wireless Social
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NewsCreams launches support package for franchisees
The emergency measures, which include a reduction in royalty fees, are aimed at supporting partners through inflationary pressures
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NewsWoman dies after eating Pret wrap
The company has taken “significant steps” involving its suppliers and labelling policies since Celia Marsh’s death
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NewsNI reversal to save businesses £10k a year
The announcement was described as “excellent news” for the hospitality sector - though UKH warned the rise in interest rates would have a “two-pronged negative impact”
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NewsAdmiral Taverns launches £1m sustainability roadmap
The investment will target 450 of Admiral’s least energy efficient pubs to help licensees combat rising energy costs
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NewsEataly secures €200m investment to fund expansion
European private equity firm Investindustrial is buying a controlling stake in the Italian food and drink brand, amid its plans for global expansion
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NewsMcDonald’s appoints people director
McDonald’s UKI has appointed Burger King’s former people and culture director Tamara Griffin as its new people director
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NewsVarious Eateries announces interim CFO
The Coppa Club and Tavolino operator has announced Oli Williams will step down as CFO, with James Darwent replacing him on an interim basis
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NewsComptoir reports strong sales and profit
In its interim results, the group has stated it remains cautious but optimistic for the future due to the strength of its balance sheet
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NewsTortilla announces two board changes
The fast casual chain has appointed Francesca Tiritiello as non-executive director and Laurence Keen as senior independent director
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NewsEnergy relief: ‘There must be a comprehensive package’
Operators including Stonegate, Fuller’s, City Pub Group, Pizza Hut, and Admiral Taverns have welcomed the government’s support package but called for long-term support
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NewsDame Karen Jones to step down from Prezzo
Jones, who was appointed executive chair in 2018, will continue to work with the Italian casual dining brand as a special advisor