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Reporting covers the strategic developments, operational performance, and market activity of one of the UK’s major QSR brands, including franchise growth, menu innovation, pricing strategy, tech integrations, marketing campaigns, and competitive positioning. Coverage provides insight for foodservice professionals monitoring fast food trends, high-volume operations, and the evolving dynamics of branded quick-service dining.
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Sep- 2025 -26 SeptemberCafes and Coffee Shops
Investor pushes for private equity takeover of SSP Group
An activist investor is reportedly encouraging private equity firms to enter takeover bids for Upper Crust operator SSP Group, after raising its stake in the company. According to The Financial Times, Irenic Capital Management is pushing the move having raised its stake in the food-to-go operator to 3%, up from…
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1 SeptemberRestaurants
Moto Hospitality appoints new chief operating officer
Moto Hospitality has appointed Noel Collett as its new chief operating officer, effective 29 September 2025. Collett has more than 30 years’ experience in retail and hospitality. He was previously chief operating officer for the UK and Ireland at SSP Group, the transport hub food and beverage operator, and earlier…
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Aug- 2025 -15 AugustFood and Drink
Applegreen to open Ireland’s first Taco Bell
Applegreen has announced it will open Ireland’s first Taco Bell restaurant in September as part of a €15m (£12.9m) motorway service area development at Junction 6 on the M3 in Dunshaughlin, Co Meath. The project will create more than 100 jobs and includes a range of food and retail outlets,…
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Jul- 2025 -25 JulyPeople
Subway appoints Jonathan Fitzpatrick as CEO
Subway has appointed Jonathan Fitzpatrick as chief executive, following a global search. He will take up the role on 28 July, working with interim chief executive Carrie Walsh to oversee the transition. Fitzpatrick previously led Driven Brands, where he served as president and chief executive. During his tenure, he oversaw…
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7 JulyTrade Associations
HOSPA appoints Chris Cowls as new chairman
The Hospitality Professionals Association (HOSPA) has announced the appointment of Chris Cowls MBE as its new chairman. Cowls has been a member of the HOSPA Board since 2020 and will take over the role from Bob Silk, who has served in the position since 2022. He began his career in…
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Jun- 2025 -24 JuneFood and Drink
SSP signs 14-year F&B contract with Leeds Bradford Airport
SSP Group has signed a 14-year contract to expand and refresh food and beverage outlets at Leeds Bradford Airport, as part of the airport’s £100m terminal redevelopment. The new agreement will see SSP operate a wider range of brands in the airport’s extended main terminal, including its first AMT Coffee…
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May- 2025 -19 MayPeople
Pret appoints former Restaurant Brands CEO as chairman
Pret A Manger has announced the appointment of José Cil, former CEO of Restaurant Brands International, which owns brands such as Burger King, Tim Hortons and Popeyes, as its new chairman. Cil helped grow that business to more than $40bn (£29.88bn) in system-wide sales and 30,000 restaurants in more than…
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Apr- 2025 -14 AprilProduct Releases
WSCS Global launches exclusive paper cutlery
WSCS Global is launching a new planet-conscious paper cutlery solution for consumers to eat food on the go. Unlike traditional on-the-go cutlery, WSCS’s paper cutlery combines multiple layers of paper for added strength, and is precision-cut for a smooth and comfortable eating experience every time. By manufacturing in India in partnership…
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9 AprilRestaurants
Popeyes partners with SSP to open first UK airport site
Popeyes UK has announced a strategic partnership with SSP which will see the American QSR brand open its first UK airport site at Birmingham Airport. The new Popeyes restaurant will open at Birmingham Airport in early summer 2025, and the partnership will allow more airport sites to follow. The restaurant…
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Mar- 2025 -21 MarchNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 21/03/25
Wetherspoon boss Tim Martin said that the budget’s impact will raise costs by £60m at the pub chain, which would mean about £1,500 per pub, per week. It comes as Wetherspoon revealed in its half-year report that operating profits fell by 4.3% to £64.8m, mainly due to labour and utility…
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