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Papa John's franchisee jailed for tax fraud: report

The chain was not subject to the criminal investigation or court proceedings.

Papa John's franchisee jailed for tax fraud: report

The chain was not subject to the criminal investigation or court proceedings.

Hospitality and Tourism APPG launches consultation on towns and cities

The consultation tackles issues including business operation, business taxation and how to “rebuild these vital sectors in a green and sustainable way...

Greggs lifts store target to 3,000 despite posting first annual loss in 36 years

The bakery giant anticipates the pandemic will create new opportunities on the high street.

Punch Taverns founder joins Sacha Lord's legal bid to get pubs, restaurants open next month

Pubs and restaurants will not be allowed to welcome customers indoors until at least 17 May.

Just Eat Takeaway sales rise 54% in 2020

Operating losses, however, rose to €107 million from €78 million. a year before

The Restaurant Group eyes £175m capital raise to expand Wagamama, pub businesses

It will also be used as a buffer in case of a resurgence of the COVID-19 pandemic in the country.

Furlough scheme extended until end of September

The scheme was due to expire at the end of April, but calls grew for it to be further extended to help protect jobs.

Wimpy profits up before lockdowns

It warned its revenues faced "material diminution" as a result of enforced closures.

Big Table Group inks long-term deal with Center Parcs restaurants

A new premium Italian restaurant concept will also be introduced as part of the deal.

Upper Crust owner SSP gets extra £175m COVID support

The increase takes its borrowing through the programme to its max of £300 million.

Just Eat Takeaway raises €1.1bn in convertible bonds offering

It follows three consecutive quarters of order growth acceleration.

PizzaExpress exits 23 more sites

It leaves the group with around 375 UK restaurants.