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Casual Dining Group holds training programme for refugees

The programme saw nine refugees spend three weeks training to work in the hospitality industry.

Healthy food-to-go concept Pollen + Grace smashes crowdfunding target

The business will use the funds to accelerate sales and marketing reach.

Starbucks offering to pay staff tuition fees

The incentive is available for UK employees at all grades.

Pret A Manger rolls out filtered water fountains across 250 UK outlets

The filtered water is available even for those who are not making a purchase.

Subway-backed NFL Flag Football programme expands

The initiative has already reached over 10,000 children across eight UK cities.

LEON partners with Veolia to pilot deposit-return scheme for plastic bottles, cans

A reverse vending machine unveiled in King’s Cross will accept used bottles and cans for recycling.

Grind surpasses crowdfunding target

They returned to Crowdcube to fund their next expansion stage.

McDonald's expresses support for The Great British Spring Clean

The fast food chain is calling on Brits to participate.

Caravan Coffee Roasters announces new coffee from all-female cooperative

The new coffee released in time for International Women’s Day.

LEON gives update on allergen awareness initiatives

The fast food brand also confirmed that it is working with other foodservice brands to “discuss industry challenges".

Chilango launches Burrito Bond 2

The Mexican-inspired food chain aims to raise £3.25 million through crowdfunding.

Wimpy officially ditches plastic straws

The move is said to be part of their commitment to reduce non-recyclable waste throughout their stores.

Deliveroo gives away biodegradable greaseproof papers to allow recycling pizza boxes

They also announced that they ended the year with 10,000 more delivery riders.

Chop'd plans to use 100% recycled salad bowls in 2019

This is part of their initiative to reduce plastic waste.