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The latest industry news from the business journalists at Catering Today. We bring you the latest on what’s happening in the restaurants, bars and catering industry, with exclusive stories, analysis, best practice and industry comment.

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    25 February
    Just Eat acquired by Prosus for €4.1bn

    Just Eat acquired by Prosus for €4.1bn

    Global technology company Prosus has announced it has reached a conditional agreement to acquire Just Eat Takeaway for €4.1bn (£3.4bn) to create the fourth largest food delivery group globally.  Prosus acquires Just Eat’s entire issued share capital for €20.30 (£16.8) per share via a recommended all-cash public offer on the…

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  • 24 February
    Today’s news in brief – 24/02/25

    Today’s news in brief – 24/02/25

    Some 70% of hospitality businesses will cut jobs due to reduced rates relief from April, according to a survey by The British Beer and Pub Association, the British Institute of Innkeeping, Hospitality Ulster and UKH. The survey also revealed that 60% would cancel planned investment, 29% will reduce trading hours…

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  • 24 February
    Shiko Group to hit £9.2m turnover this year

    Shiko Group to hit £9.2m turnover this year

    North-West bar and kitchen operator Shiko Group is predicting its biggest year to date when it publishes its annual figures next month, projecting turnover of £9.2m this year. Collaborating with its funding partner, Universal Hospitality, the group is forecasting an even bigger 2025/26, with a predicted turnover of £14m. The…

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  • 24 February
    Six by Nico opens new Bristol site

    Six by Nico opens new Bristol site

    Six by Nico, the restaurant group renowned for its six-course tasting menus, officially opened the doors to its new Bristol venue. The new restaurant is located at Unit SU9, Quakers Friars Cabot Circus, blending “contemporary elegance with a welcoming atmosphere”.  Founded by chef Nico Simeone, Six by Nico offers an…

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  • 24 February
    D&D London to rebrand as The Evolv Collection from April

    D&D London to rebrand as The Evolv Collection from April

    D&D London will officially change its name to ‘The Evolv Collection’ in April 2025, which will coincide with a new company logo.  The hospitality group believes this is an “appropriate” time for it to evolve into a new corporate identity, stating that its new name reflects its “commitment to a…

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  • 24 February
    April cost hikes may force 70% of hospitality firms to cut jobs

    April cost hikes may force 70% of hospitality firms to cut jobs

    A survey by hospitality trade associations has revealed that rising employment costs and reduced rates relief in April will force 70% of businesses to cut jobs, threatening workers’ incomes. The survey by The British Beer and Pub Association, the British Institute of Innkeeping, Hospitality Ulster and UKHospitality also revealed that…

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  • 21 February
    Today’s news in brief – 21/02/25

    Today’s news in brief – 21/02/25

    Contract caterers saw their sales rise by 12% year-on-year in Q4 of 2024, following increases of 7%, 10% and 7% in the first three quarters. This means that caterers have now upped their sales year-on-year in every quarter since mid-2021 when venues were reopening after Covid restrictions. Monthly breakdowns showed…

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  • 21 February
    Popeyes to open in Edinburgh

    Popeyes to open in Edinburgh

    Popeyes UK has announced that it will be opening a location in Edinburgh this Spring.  Bringing a taste of New Orleans to Edinburgh’s Princes Street, the all-new Popeyes will be the brand’s third restaurant opening in Scotland this year and the seventh in the country overall. As part of plans…

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  • 21 February
    Wine up and spirits down in flat fortnight for drinks sales

    Wine up and spirits down in flat fortnight for drinks sales

    Drinks sales in the UK’s managed venues were level year-on-year for the seven days ended 1 February, according to data from CGA. However, drinks sales did see growth of 2% on both Friday 31 January and Saturday 1 February. This coincided with the start of the Six Nations rugby tournament…

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  • 21 February
    Contract catering sales rise 12% YoY in Q4

    Contract catering sales rise 12% YoY in Q4

    Britain’s top contract caterers saw their sales grow by 12% year-on-year in the fourth quarter of 2024, according to the latest Contract Catering Tracker from CGA by NIQ and Bidfood. As the tracker’s highest growth of the year, it followed increases of 7%, 10% and 7% in the first three…

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