Supply Chain
We cover the supply chain pressures and developments affecting the UK foodservice and hospitality industry, from ingredient shortages and logistics disruption to price volatility, labour gaps, and sustainability goals. Our coverage brings together our reporting on how restaurants, pubs, bars, cafés, and catering firms are adapting procurement strategies, working with suppliers, and maintaining resilience in the face of global and domestic challenges. Whether you’re re-evaluating sourcing models or navigating cost increases, we provide operational insight and real-world examples to support decision-making across the sector.
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Aug- 2025 -6 AugustRestaurants
Yum Brands sales rise 4% in Q2
Yum Brands has reported that worldwide system sales rose by 4% in its second quarter, led by Taco Bell and KFC where sales were up by 6% and 5%, respectively. In the UK, KFC sales rose by 5% over the period. The group also welcomed “robust” digital system sales which…
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Jul- 2025 -29 JulyFood and Drink
Greggs sees pre-tax profits fall 14.3% to £63.5m
Greggs has revealed that its pre-tax profit fell 14.3% to £63.5m, down from £74.1m, for the 26 weeks ended 28 June 2025. Alongside this, the company saw its operating profit fall 7.1% to £70.4m, down from £75.8m. Despite this, the company’s total sales rose 7% to £1.03bn, up from £960.6m.…
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16 JulyBusiness
Hospitality accounts for 10% of UK administrations in H1
The hospitality sector accounted for 10% of all UK administrations in the first half of 2025, making it the second worst-hit industry, according to analysis by law firm Shakespeare Martineau. A total of 783 businesses filed for administration between January and June, down 11% from 879 during the same period…
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11 JulyPubs and Bars
Britain faces a pub closure every day in 2025, industry warns
One pub is expected to close every day in 2025 across Great Britain, threatening more than 5,600 jobs, the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) has warned. The trade body, which represents more than 20,000 pubs, estimated 378 closures this year in England, Wales and Scotland, up from 350 in…
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4 JulyTrade Associations
UKH warns against new measures in gov health plan
UKHospitality has warned that new measures in the government’s 10-year health plan for England risk adding “red tape and cost” to businesses if imposed without collaboration. It comes as the Department of Health and Social Care published the plan yesterday (3 July), which aims to improve the National Health Service…
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Jun- 2025 -20 JuneCatering Companies
Compass increases VCSE spending to £7.4m in 2024
Compass Group UK and Ireland spent £7.4m with voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) in 2024 – a 60% increase on the previous year. The total spend has now reached £16m, moving the group closer to its target of £30m. The group’s procurement arm, Foodbuy Group, launched the Pitch Social…
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18 JunePeople
Yum Brands appoints new CEO
Yum Brands has announced that chief financial and franchise officer Chris Turner will take over the role of chief executive from 1 October 2025. Turner will succeed current chief executive David Gibbs, who plans to retire after 37 years with the company. Gibbs will remain in post until the end…
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17 JuneFood and Drink
Foodservice inflation climbs in April amid supply issues
Food and beverage prices continued to rise in April, according to the latest CGA Prestige Foodservice Price Index, adding pressure to hospitality operators already grappling with rising costs. The index recorded a 2.3% year-on-year increase in its basket of goods, with a 0.6% rise from March. Analysts attributed the sustained…
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13 JuneFood and Drink
NIFDA appoints new board member
The Northern Ireland Food and Drink Association (NIFDA) has appointed Bernie Orr, chief financial officer at SHS Group, to its board. Orr, who has experience in the fast-moving consumer goods sector, was named to the role during NIFDA’s 29th annual general meeting (AGM) at Craigavon Civic Centre on 4 June. …
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May- 2025 -28 MayCatering Companies
Levy appoints Thomas Rhodes to new culinary sustainability role
Levy UK and Ireland, the sports and hospitality arm of Compass Group UK and Ireland, has announced the appointment of Thomas Rhodes as its new head of Culinary – Procurement and Sustainability. Rhodes, who moves from his current role as Levy executive head chef at Allianz Stadium, will work alongside…
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