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Serving the UK: McDonald’s at 40

23-Jun-2014 By Mark Wingett

To mark its 40th year in the UK, McDonald’s has produced a report highlighting its contribution to the economy, the number of jobs created and its ongoing investment in restaurants and its supply chain. We take a look at some of the key findings and also...

Jamie's Italian revenue surges by more than 30% in 2012

04-Jun-2013 By Peter Ruddick

Jamie Oliver's chain of Italian restaurants had a successful 2012 according to the company's latest financial results, which show that revenue surged to nearly £94m last year, helping to drive a 7.5 per cent increase in net profits.

Planning permission granted for 14-storey Salford hotel development

26-Apr-2012 By Peter Ruddick

A 14-storey Salford development from property developers McAleer & Rushe which will include a 271-bed hotel has been granted planning permission by Salford City Council.