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Weekly Global Wrap: Pret A Manger has new chief people officer; Greggs wins case vs insurer; Subway rolls out healthy kids pack for kids

Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.

Leon will open three new London restaurants. Read more from Big Hospitality UK.

UK’s Greggs won a case versus its insurer over a £150m claim for COVID-19 business interruption. More from Bakery Info.

Subway launched a new pack that encourages kids to eat and grow vegetables at home. More from DailyPost.

Pret A Manger designates a new chief people officer. The new officer has experience in popular fast food brands. More from Employee Benefits UK.

Burger King banned plastic lids on drinks to cut plastic waste. More from Daily Mail.

Wendy’s offers weekend-long Halloween specials. More from QSR Magazine.

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