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Tipping legislation may create “unforeseen consequences” for staff, UKHospitality warns
Tipping legislation may create “unforeseen consequences” for staff, UKHospitality warns
Restaurants will soon be legally barred by the UK government from keeping tips from staff.
Coffee shop and fast food operator Auriga Holdings receives £13.95 million funding from Metro Bank
The funds will be used to support the food operator’s existing debt and working capital.
Deliveroo global sales jumps to 116% for YE17
The company has revealed that they now have 50,000 restaurant partners from 12 countries.
Abokado outlets receive 5-star ratings from FSA
The said ratings have been awarded to all of their 23 outlets across London.
UberEats seeks to increase driver income following Central London strike
The delivery platform said that they have asked their drivers’ feedback regarding the issue.
McDonald's tax deal with Luxembourg not illegal, EU says
The decision came after a three-year long investigation.
Uber reportedly in talks to acquire Deliveroo
The move is said to boost Uber’s food delivery operations in Europe.
Starbucks UK reports 2% revenue loss for FY 2017
The coffee chain’s presence in Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region also generated a 5% turnover increase.
Comptoir Group reports 19.8% H1 revenue growth
The group ended the period with a total of 26 restaurants and 3 franchise restaurants.
KFC reports pre-tax profit growth to £186.1 million for YE17
Its sales in the UK also increased to £423 million from £412.8 million the previous year.
Treasury officials eye extension of ‘latte levy' to soft drinks and shakes
Fast food giants are said to be the most affected if the tax pushes through.
Consultation on calorie labelling when dining out launched
The activity is part of the government’s plan to halve childhood obesity by 2030.
Gaucho Group bought out of administration
The move could save 16 restaurants and 750 jobs.
UKHospitality warns against mandatory calorie labelling
The statement follows after the government announced that they will hold a consultation on requiring calorie labelling from businesses.
Pret A Manger reports 13.2% revenue growth for YE 2017
Like-for-like sales also went up to 3.2%.
PizzaExpress reports £35.1 million in half-year earnings
Industry cost pressures and turbulent weather conditions reportedly affected the pizza chain’s financial performance. PizzaExpress’ earnings before...
Possibility of CVA moves closer for Gourmet Burger Kitchen
Rising costs still continues to damage restaurants in high streets.
