More than 1,900 jobs are set to be axed, though 4,000 are reportedly secure for now. Casual Dining Group said that given the "extreme operating environment" it was in the best interests of all stakeholders to enter administration to allow the company to conclude negotiations with landlords over its estate. Most of the closures affect the Café Rouge and Bella Italia brand, although 11 Las Iguanas outlets, three Belgo restaurants and several sites at airports will also shut. A total of 61 Chiquito sites will also permanently close, while EAT has been axed from the UK entirely. Dining chain Carluccio’s is also preparing to axe branches despite been bought in a rescue deal which will save 30 of its restaurants last month.

Source: Daily Mirror July 02, 2020 15:53 UTC