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High Court dismisses judicial review against Deliveroo, says riders are self-employed
High Court dismisses judicial review against Deliveroo, says riders are self-employed
The aggregator says that this is a “win” for those who prefer to work wherever and whenever they want.
Pret A Manger appoints Headland for corporate communications and public affairs
The chain is also trialling a new label system.
Nando's pre-tax profits fell by £1,375 for FY18
Their profits declined despite having their revenues up to £473,007.
Gaucho sees 8% growth on covers after being acquired by Lomo Bidco
Results went 15% up compared to the 7% like-for-like trading decrease in the year to date.
Restaurants and coffee chains giving out incorrect allergy advice: report
The environment secretary also reminded restaurant operators that they must make sure that their customers are safe.
Restaurant Group's shareholders approve acquisition of Wagamama
The group chairman believes that this will allow them to have “a raft of new opportunities”.
Cake Box's revenues up by 44% in HY19
The chain plans to launch 15 stores in the second half of the financial year.
McDonald's UK touchscreens contain faecal bacteria, report claims
The fast food giant stressed that their self-order screens are cleaned frequently.
Costa Coffee acquisition by Coca-Cola gains approval in China
The beverage company only needs the approval from EU and Whitbread’s pension fund trustees.
Amazon Restaurants to leave UK
The platform is closing their food delivery business after two years of operations in the country.
Deliveroo eyes new funding round
The funding round may place a valuation floor for Uber’s acquisition on Deliveroo.
McDonald's and Burger King warned by ASA on putting adverts near schools
Both ads have been taken down.
Greggs reports 9% sales growth for Q3
The increase was attributed to the stronger trading in October and November.
Costa Coffee apologises for alleged ‘misleading' labels on Christmas toastie
Angered customers said that the labelling only mentioned "sweet cranberry sauce on cheese-topped bread".
Patisserie Valerie auditor faces probe on alleged fraud
The independent regulator will also check the financial information of the former CFO Chris Marsh.
Shareholders Express Resistance to Wagamama Takeover Bid
They say the price of buying the Pan Asian restaurant is “far too large”.
Migrant worker restriction to impact hospitality sector, UKHospitality warns
The trade body stressed that restricting potential applicants will be a “disaster” for the sector. Restricting migrant workers will likely impact...
