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Scottish Government's reopening plan “will destroy hospitality businesses”, UKHospitality claims
Scottish Government's reopening plan “will destroy hospitality businesses”, UKHospitality claims
The plan outlines a gradual approach to easing lockdown through four flexible phases.
“Unstable” pricing ahead, CGA Prestige Foodservice Price Index predicts
A new report highlights “potentially long-lasting” impacts of the andemic on the foodservice sector.
Carluccio's acquired by Boparan Restaurant Group, saving over 800 jobs
However, over 1,000 staff members will be made redundant.
Caffè Nero partners with Uber Eats to launch first-ever delivery service
Over 40 stores will offer delivery by end-May.
Deliveroo works with over 200 restaurants to deliver Eid hampers, Iftar bundles
The bundles were available in 42 towns and cities.
PAUL UK launches online team communication platform to support employees
Resources include well-being tips and recipes.
Wagamama to reopen 67 delivery, takeaway sites by end-June
The chain reopened their delivery kitchens at the end of last month as a first wave trial.
Only 36% of operators expect reopening of all their sites for trading: study
Leaders are advised to determine what type of businesses are under pressure.
Pizza Express could permanently close some of its 470 UK restaurants: report
Fewer than ten of the chain’s venues were loss-making.
Amazon's £442m investment in Deliveroo slammed by Just Eat
The CMA is expected to make a permanent decision regarding the deal in June.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Taco Bell hiring 30,000 workers; Starbucks pushing to-go sales; Chipotle hypes up hyper-customisation with menu hacks
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Pret's announces newest sandwich; Tortilla's DIY kits; More chains announce reopenings
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Out-of-home outlet visits down 29% YoY in March
The NPD Group believes deals, delivery and the increased use of technology will be part of the “new normal”.
Casual Dining Group working with advisers over potential restructuring
6,000 jobs are at risk.
Domino's questions CMA's go-ahead of Amazon-Deliveroo deal
The pizza chain said it remained unconvinced with the CMA’s reasons.
Consumer attitudes in China “polarised” as restaurants reopen: report
Those who have been going out have done so multiple times.
McDonald's planning to reopen all drive-thrus by early June
30 more outlets will resume trading this week.