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Chicken shops dominate UK fast-food market
Chicken shops dominate UK fast-food market
Footfalls in chicken restaurants surged driven by more openings in Q4.
4 days ago
Analyst warns £3.4b additional business cost in hospitality sector
Industry leaders have warned of the need for operators to raise prices by 6% to 8%.
5 days ago
Hospitality insolvencies drop by 31% MoM in December
Insolvencies in the sector also dropped by 7% YoY to 3,464.
5 days ago
December inflation raises fears of higher prices in UK's hospitality sector: report
December also saw the highest monthly jump since June 2024.
Latest research shows support for warning labels on fast food
But public remains split on whether it will effectively ease pressure on the NHS.
From breakfast booms to burger slumps: The trends reshaping UK fast food
Bakery and cafe chains grew led by Greggs, GAIL, and Pret A Manger.
Hospitality sites steady in December 2024
Closures have however accelerated in Q4 2024.
Restaurants' at-home sales down almost 2% in December 2024
This was attributed to consumers’ shift towards going out.
Regional demand drives shift in QSR operating hours in the UK
QSRs in Wales have the longest operating hours.
QSR drive-thru rental prices outside UK towns seen overheating in 2025: report
The average drive-thru rent per sq. ft. is £50.
Hospitality insolvencies jump by 29% MoM in November 2024
The monthly increase in insolvencies could be an early warning sign, RSM UK said.
How QSRs navigate late night dining in Europe
Analysing regional operations can help QSRs optimise staffing.
Which QSR chains deliver the most value?
YouGov survey reveals UK consumers still choose QSRs over casual dining.
Restaurants' at-home sales up 6.2% in November 2024
This is due to Halloween weekend celebrations and schools’ half-term holidays.
What's in store for the QSR industry in 2025?
QSR industry execs and other industry experts weigh in on restaurant trends.
Britain's hospitality sector records 2.7% YoY sales growth in November
Total sales growth, including new venues opened during the last 12 months, stood at 4.7%.
Insolvencies in the hospitality sector hit two-year low
Insolvencies dropped by 24% to 253 in October.
