UK

B Bagel highlights delivery as core channel reshaping operations

Building tighter operational systems and training ensures delivery quality mirrors in-store execution.

UK fast-food’s cheapest items are getting more expensive faster

More than half of the leading brands recorded declining performance.

Sticks’n’Sushi launches Japanese Rice Lager with Mikkeller

It features light rice and citrus flavours, a mild sweetness, and a clean finish.

KFC drops 60-piece Popcorn Chicken bucket for £5.99

It is available until 17 May, whilst supplies last.

Franco Manca to undertake a CVA

The group cites higher payroll taxes, no rate relief, and higher UK VAT than in Europe as the reason.

Fast food pricing pressures intensifies as traffic weakens

Growth has been largely because of new openings instead of visit frequency.

German Doner Kebab opens at Beaconsfield Services

New site targets high-traffic travel hub as brand accelerates UK expansion strategy.

Cleanliness drives UK quick service restaurant visits

1 in 2 UK diners buy from fast food at least once a month.

Bow Street Group posts 6.1% like-for-like sales growth in March

Targeted investment lifted performance, with refurbished sites outperforming and others returning to growth.

Boss Pizza to open in Milton Keynes with £2 launch offer

The new outlet is located at 18 Secklow Gate West.

YouMeSushi sharpens operations as expansion continues

Growth to be supported by simpler menus and stronger franchise systems amidst ongoing cost pressures.

Slim Chickens links up with Cluedo for nationwide prize promotion

The promotion uses Cluedo-style elements, including suspects and mystery-solving themes.

Ole & Steen targets smarter promotions as value pressure builds

Data-led promotions replace blanket deals to drive traffic and margins.