Whitbread Announces Closure of 197 Restaurants Amid Rising Costs
# 197 Restaurants Set to Close Across the UK in Just Weeks – Full List Inside
### Whitbread will shut down 197 of its remaining dining establishments
Whitbread, a major player in the UK dining sector, announced plans to close 197 of its restaurants in the coming weeks. This decision stems from "significant cost increases" affecting operations, according to the company's chief executive, Dominic Paul.
The closures will impact dining venues across the nation, although specific locations have yet to be detailed. Whitbread has emphasized that these restaurants have remained "highly popular with guests," making the decision particularly challenging.
As part of the transition, a spokesperson confirmed, "We will do all we can to support those colleagues affected and expect to retain a significant proportion of them through redeployment opportunities within our business." This indicates that the company is taking steps to assist employees who will be directly impacted.
Details on which specific establishments will be affected are forthcoming, and those interested can expect a comprehensive list to be shared shortly.