All MCA Insight articles in July 2024 – Page 6
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Interviews
Sandwich Sandwich looks to take on Pret and Subway
The Bristol-based chain is plotting further growth, with several London sites in the pipeline followed by UK and international expansion
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News
Government policies welcomed by sector
The new Labour government unveilled its policy programme via the King’s Speech yesterday, with the Apprenticeship Levy reform, Planning and Infrastructure Bill, Employment Rights Bill and Martyn’s Law all impacting the sector
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News
Marston’s tops PCA survey for second consecutive year
Tenants were the most satisfied with their relationship with Marston’s, Admiral, and Greene King, whereas Stonegate tenants were the least satisfied
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News
BrewDog to ‘let carbon negative claim lapse’
New CEO James Arrow said the high cost of purchasing credits and a desire to focus on reducing its own emissions were behind the move
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News
What to expect for hospitality in the King’s Speech
UKHospitality has analysed the policy commitments most likely to affect the sector, ahead of the State Opening of Parliament today
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News
Heartstone benefits from ongoing demand for staycations
The South-West business said an increase in revenues to £9.6m in 2023, was testament to the decision to sell smaller pubs and invest in additional guest bedrooms
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News
Wagamama launches first ever loyalty scheme
The ‘soul club’ app provides a platform for members to redeem free menu items, exclusive content and engage with a new line up of ambassadors
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Analysis & Insight
Pub transactions nearly triple on Euros final day
Across England’s seven Euro 2024 matches, UK pub and bar transactions were up 86.4% year-on-year on average, according to Barclays
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News
Hospitality inflation remains stubbornly high
Hotels provided a large contribution to the sector’s 6.3% figure, partially offset by the price of restaurants and cafes which saw a monthly rise of 0.3%
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News
Old Spike Roastery promotes Mathew Heather to MD
Heather joined the coffee roastery and cafe business in 2021 as group operations director, having previously held roles at Mitchells & Butler, Pho and Wahaca
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News
Oodles lines up new openings
The QSR business plans to open in Milton Keynes, Burton, Bolton, and two stores in London this year, and will soon make its Welsh debut in Swansea
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Interviews
Clive Watson on how to win in pubs
Speaking at MCA’s Pub Conference, the entrepreneur discusses how the sector has changed over his 34-year career, his most recent triumph with City Pub Company, and his advice for up-and-coming operators looking to make it big
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Analysis & Insight
London leads summer pub resurgence
39% of Londoners increased their budgets for pub spending this summer, as they backed their countries throughout the Euros 2024 tournament
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News
Cineworld opens talks with landlords amid closure plans
Property owners Landsec and Legal & General are said to be in active discussions with the company about a restructuring plan, Sky News reports
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News
Greggs unveils plans for new distribution centre
The initiative is part of Greggs’ strategic growth plan, which set out ambitious expansion targets requiring investment in supply chain capacity
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News
Wetherspoon hits back against TUC claims
Chairman Tim Martin defended the company against allegations of ’low-paid, insecure’ employment from Trades Union Congress chief Paul Nowak
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News
Brewhouse & Kitchen prepares for further growth
The brewpub operator has completed a rights issue to fund its next stage of growth, and reported £16.7m in turnover for FY23 despite ‘mixed progress’ during the year
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News
Auntie Anne’s makes progress towards 100-site target
The pretzel specialist announced two new openings and two remodels, part of plans to open 100 new sites across the UK and Ireland
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Interviews
Popeyes’ Tom Crowley on building a legacy
The Lousiana-born brand may be under three years into its UK journey, but CEO Tom Crowley speaks to MCA about weaving it into a new country and culture while staying true to its New Orleans roots
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Analysis & Insight
Summer of sport provides boost to trade despite weather
The weather has not been kind to the pubs in early summer, but demand is sound as inflation eases and living standards rise, says Shore Capital