Independent restaurants

"The UK food and beverage market is growing through convenience, healthier choices and experience-led brands – while cost pressures force weaker operators to restructure."

"Consumers are still prioritising spending on eating and drinking out, as well as at-home delivery; however, their spending patterns remain polarised"

"Restaurants have seen a similar pattern of behaviour to the rest of the food and beverage market"

"Looking forward, the performance of restaurants, as well as the rest of the hospitality industry, may prove to be more tapered as it attempts to navigate the current economic headwinds"