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ALMR commends the Government's revised position on EU migrants

Government will now allow EU citizens who arrive in Britain during the post-Brexit transition period to stay permanently.

ALMR commends the Government's revised position on EU migrants

Government will now allow EU citizens who arrive in Britain during the post-Brexit transition period to stay permanently.

Tim Hortons launches third Cardiff restaurant

It opened its new restaurant in Albany Road, Cardiff on the 22nd of February.

Taco Bell overtakes Burger King as the fourth largest US chain

McDonald’s, Starbucks, and Subway Restaurants held on to the top three spots.

KFC and Pizza Hut criticised over animal welfare standards

McDonald's outperformed them in the treatment of livestock used in food production, according to World Animal Protection.

Vapiano to double London presence with three new openings

Its first site will be at Centre Point, with the second and third sites in Canary Wharf and Tower Bridge.

La Pastaia opens second site in Fitzrovia

CDG Leisure secured a 3,100 square feet unit at 144 Great Portland Street for the restaurant.

UK casual dining scene suffers as business rates rise

Rising rate bills adds to the difficulties of operators - and not just in the high street.

Starbucks UK tests first-ever paper cup charge

It announced a 5p paper cup charge trial in 35 stores* across the city, west end, and west London.

Cost of fish and chips to increase amidst price pressure

Coupled with poor catching reported from vessels, prices are rising fast, with less availability to meet demand.

Subway reveals calorie total of six-inch subs in new campaign

Its calorie total is found on the stores' menu boards, as well as on the Subcard app and online at subway.com.

Brakes UK names Hugo Mahoney as CEO

Mahoney's appointment is effective from 1st March 2018.

Caffè Nero UK sales up 3.7%

It also announced plans to open a further 85 stores worldwide and to create a further 650 jobs in 2018.

F&B operators hopeful for growth amidst rising costs: CGA survey

Leaders in the eating and drinking out sector show optimism for drinks-led businesses, in particular.

Cut + Grind wins National Burger of The Year

Cut + Grind in King’s Cross bags the title of National Burger Of The Year at the National Burger Awards 2018.

Domino's holds top pizza seller title with $12.2b profit in 2017

Whilst Pizza Hut reported global system sales of $12.03b for 2017.

MEATliquor Queensway to host exclusive event for members

Tickets are £50 and will include ice go karting, meat treats, and booze.

Pizza Hut's Cheesy Bites make a comeback

It will also launch a “Cheesy Bites Appreciation Society” to celebrate the comeback.