All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 96
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Analysis & InsightCity centre footfall rises after passing of Queen
Footfall across the UK rose by 12.1% last week compared to 2021, particularly in central London and city centres across the UK, Springboard Insights suggest
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Analysis & InsightSales growth fails to match inflation
Sector sales in August were up on 2019 levels but remained well below double-digit levels of inflation, according to the Coffer CGA Business Tracker
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Analysis & InsightThree out of four night time operators on financial cliff edge
Almost half of night time economy business are barely breaking even while 24.8% are losing money, according to a poll by the NTIA
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NewsSlim Chickens secures first franchise partner for Ireland
The Boparan Restaurant Group-operated chicken brand has partnered with OCO Westend to open its first Ireland site in Belfast in October
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NewsOcean Basket prepares for UK growth
The South African casual dining concept, which has over 200 restaurants in 16 countries, is gearing up to expand in the UK, CEO Grace Harding said
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InterviewsGreene King moves to data-led approach
The pub operator is focusing on targeted communication and becoming increasily digitally driven, according to commercial and marketing director Andrew Gallagher
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InterviewsDistrict looking to expand presence in London
The Australian-born coffee concept is laying foundations to grow from its current estate of three, founder Chelsea Finch has said
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NewsThe Salad Project to expand in London
The recently launched salad bar concept will open a third site in London in January, amid plans to expand across the UK, co-founder Florian de Chezelles said
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InterviewsGail’s to expand presence in north
The growing bakery chain is considering expansion up north, alongside changes in its supply chain to support expansion, MD Marta Pogroszewska has said
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NewsLargest hike in interests rates expected next week
The MPC is expected to announce a 75-basis-point increase in interest rates next week, following figures that showed inflation at 9.9% in August
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NewsGLA advises operators to remain open on 19 September
London authorities have encouraged hospitality businesses to stay open on the day of HM the Queen’s funeral to cater to crowds
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NewsRedCat appoints marketing director
RedCat Pub Company, the investment vehicle led by Rooney Anand, has appointed Kiran Quinn as marketing director
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NewsSector requires targeted support to protect jobs
UKHospitality has urged the government to help the sector protect jobs amid the energy crisis and other headwinds, following the latest ONS unemployment figures
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Analysis & InsightMore than 80% of operators face staffing challenges
Only 33% of operators have a clear people strategy while 84.3% face staffing issues, according to workforce management specialist Bizimply
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NewsInflation eases to 9.9% in August
Inflation dropped from 10.1% in July to 9.9% in August due to a drop in fuel prices, while food prices remained the largest upward contributor
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NewsOperators take individual approaches in paying tribute to HM the Queen
Operators across the sector have taken markedly different approaches to paying tribute to the Queen on the day of her funeral
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InterviewsMaguro Group to expand Bunsik concept
The multi-concept Korean restaurant group plans to grow both its Bunsik and Pochawa Grill brands, director Jae Cho tells MCA
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InterviewsInception Group: ‘People need outlets like ours’
Co-founder Charlie Gilkes speaks to MCA about expanding beyond London, the new Control Room B concept, and maintaining a strong experiential offer
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InterviewsNew Dawn Pubs takes cautious approach to growth
The newly formed pub group, led by Mark Robson, is looking to invest into its existing estate and acquire one or two pubs over the next couple years
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News200 Degrees appoints head of people
The coffee operator has appointed Charlotte Coore as its first head of people