All articles by Shwetali Sapte – Page 60
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NewsRMT votes to accept Network Rail pay offer
The breakthrough is likely to end the most disruptive strike action, although RMT members at 14 train operators will still strike on 30 March and 1 April
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Analysis & InsightUpselling, meal deals and customisation drive ATV
Menu engineering can bring an added layer of possibilities for operators, Vita Mojo implementation team lead Becca Painter told MCA’s recent Food to Go conference
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, featuring new venues from Gaucho, Dishoom, The Botanist, and more
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InterviewsCarl’s Jr: ‘There’s huge momentum on our side’
Tim Lowther, general manager for Europe, and Thomas Kremer, VP of development EMEA, tells MCA the Californian burger brand is “laser-focused” on the UK
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NewsChick-fil-A looks to make UK return
The Atlanta-based chicken chain is planning to launch in five international markets by 2026, following its first attempt to debut in the UK in 2019
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NewsSpring Budget tackles labour shortages and alcohol duty
Trade bodies have welcomed the extension of draught duty relief but condemned the lack of further support for the sector
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NewsDeliveroo reports progress towards profitability
The delivery company has reported preliminary FY22 results, with gross profit up 30%, revenue up 14%, and gross transaction value up 9% year-on-year
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Analysis & InsightRising prices prop up spend on delivery
The volume of delivery orders fell by 13.3% in February, a reflection of consumers reducing frequency but spending more because of rising prices
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NewsBeer duty freeze welcomed
While the draught duty relief has been lauded by the sector, wine and spirits are still set to see a duty rise
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NewsHospitality likely to see rise in business rates bills
The Chancellor’s failure to freeze the business rates multiplier for the next year will mean businesses are likely to see a 5% increase in April 2024
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NewsStrikes could cost hospitality as much as £600m
According to UKHospitality, London venues could lose £69m as a result of tube strikes, while rail strikes could cause £600m in lost sales across the country
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Analysis & InsightCafés and pubs are expanding delivery
Pubs, bars, coffee shops, and bakeries have all increased their delivery availability, with delivery-focused pizza specialists seeing declining market share as a result
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InterviewsJamie Oliver eyes 50-60 restaurants in India
MCA speaks to Jasper Reid, MD for master franchisee Dolomite Restaurants, about trebling the celebrity chef’s footprint in India and analyses its potential for success
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NewsSessions to launch in Manchester
The growth platform will launch its second landmark venue, following Brighton’s Shelter Hall, in Manchester’s St John’s Development in early 2024
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NewsNightcap reports resilience in face of rail strikes
The late-night operator saw a 5.8% lfl decrease against H1 FY22, attributed to strike action, and reported revenue of £23.5m for H1 FY23
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InterviewsDomino’s: ‘A loyalty programme is on the horizon’
The pizza chain is looking to build a loyalty scheme to drive frequency in the UK, director of digital Nick Bamber told delegates at MCA’s Food to Go conference
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InterviewsHornby: ‘Well-run operators have a good future in this country’
In an interview with The Telegraph, TRG CEO Andy Hornby said mid-market restaurants won’t disappear from high streets but will never be as ubiquitous as they once were
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InterviewsCaffè Nero: Waitrose partnership gives insights into coffee loyalty
UK CEO Will Stratton-Morris spoke at MCA’s Food to Go conference last week about how strategic partnerships will be a key driver for the business going forward
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InterviewsRevolution Bars Group: ‘There is reason to be optimistic’
CEO Rob Pitcher speaks to MCA about integration and growth at Peach Pubs and like-for-like recovery in late-night bar sales
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NewsRare Restaurants confirms two closures
The steak restaurant group has confirmed the closure of M in Victoria and Gaucho in Smithfield as it looks to optimise its portfolio, with like-for-like growth at 24%