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3 days ago
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New Starbucks drive-through and Greggs approved despite concerns
A new Starbucks drive-through and a Greggs bakery can be opened on a 'derelict' site in Scarborough following the approval of plans. Plans for a Starbucks drive-through and a new Greggs in Seamer Road have been given the green light by North Yorkshire Council. The former Magnet Kitchen Showroom will be partially demolished despite concerns about potential impacts on existing town centre businesses. However, officers concluded that there were 'no existing opportunities within the town centre that comprise suitable, available, and viable alternatives to the application site'. No objections were made by members of the public or the Highway Authority, and the council noted that in its current state, the site had a negative impact on the surrounding area. RECOMMENDED READING: Plans to turn large commercial building above former Pizza Hut into 13 flats New 4,000 home development in North Yorkshire takes step forward Plans set to go in for new community-led housing development in York The Greggs and the Starbucks drive-through will share 50 parking bays, including four EV-bays, four mobility-impaired standard bays, two motorcycle-only parking bays, and bicycle storage. As part of the development, a new pedestrian refuge island crossing point will be constructed to the south of the existing entrance, and will be supported by dropped kerb crossings and tactile paving to aid pedestrian access across Seamer Road. 'The building has been vacant for some time, resulting in its deteriorated appearance, and metal fencing has been erected to bound the building so as to avoid vandalism. Former Magnet Showroom, Seamer Road. Google Maps 'The proposed scheme presents an opportunity to enhance the appearance of the building and the site in which it is situated. 'The development will see the demolition of a substantial portion of the building and its subsequent refurbishment to subdivide and form two separate units,' a report stated. According to submitted plans, no existing Greggs or Starbucks operation within North Yorkshire will be affected by the approval of the development. North Yorkshire Council granted the scheme planning permission, subject to conditions, on Friday, August 8.
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- Business
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Shake Shack to introduce first loyalty programme
US-based fast-casual restaurant chain Shake Shack is set to enhance customer engagement through its first loyalty programme and exclusive app offers. From 28 May 2025, the chain introduced a $1 soda offer for app users, described as a "Shake Hack" with more to follow. The initiative, aimed at driving traffic and building loyalty, will be complemented by the launch of a loyalty feature called "Challenges" on 5 June, accessible via Shake Shack's app and website. Bloomberg reports that the decision follows a successful earlier trial, which indicated that such loyalty offerings could significantly increase customer visit frequency. Shake Shack chief growth officer Steph So described the strategy as intended to encourage repeat visits and incentivise app downloads and sustained usage. The soda deal will not only draw customers in but also prompt them to purchase additional items, such as milkshakes, potentially leading to larger transactions and increased overall profits. Under the leadership of CEO Rob Lynch, Shake Shack plans to grow from 333 company-operated US locations to 1,500. The chain opened a record 76 restaurants in the fiscal year 2024, with 43 company-operated, and is targeting suburban areas for further development, including more drive-throughs. Shake Shack plans to open 80 to 85 new company-operated restaurants in the second half of 2025. The brand reported first-quarter revenues of $320.9m for 2024, a 10.5% increase year-on-year, with comparable sales slightly up by 0.2%. In a 1 May 2025 shareholder letter, the company stated: 'Despite macro uncertainties, we remain focused on creating durable value for all our stakeholders through initiatives to drive same-Shack sales, including strengthening our culinary and calendar strategy and driving frequency,' In a recent move to broaden its reach, Shake Shack has entered a licensing partnership with PENN Entertainment, bringing the Shake Shack burger brand to ten of PENN's casino locations across the US. "Shake Shack to introduce first loyalty programme" was originally created and published by Verdict Food Service, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
