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Ulster Bank provided the seven figure facility for further expansion. Independent food & coffee shop chain Bob & Berts is set to invest in eight more stores, which is expected to create over 175 new jobs, the company has announced.

The news comes as Market Halls prepares for its upcoming flagship venue at West End.

The chain says the move will allow them to reach more markets.

Lendlease is also targeting London-based operators with a footprint in the capital.

Mintel predicts future advancements may include facial recognition or even license plate recognition technology at drive-thrus.

The brand new noodle concept was founded by Rosa’s Thai Cafe’s Saiphin and Alex Moore.

Feed It Back data also revealed that Londoners predominantly used Google and TripAdvisor to provide reviews.

The news comes after the FSA cleared the sandwich maker of being the source of an outbreak of listeria which killed five hospital patients.

The new Birmingham site is the chain’s second outlet outside London.

8 out of 10 Irish companies say they plan to maintain or grow sales in the UK.

The pizza chain says the new range can be prepared under ten minutes.

The new item is available until 4 August.

The company cited three other reasons why customers are inclined to buy local.

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