McDonald’s has announced its plans to follow government guidance ahead of the second national lockdown which begins this week.
In March, restaurants across Coventry and Warwickshire shut down completely to keep customers and workers safe.
The closure left many craving their fast food treats and drive-thrus were inundated when they finally began to serve customers again in June.
This time around, with the groundwork already laid for lockdown, all will not be lost for Big Mac fans reports BirminghamLive.
Paul Pomroy, CEO McDonald’s UK & Ireland, told customers: “Following the latest announcements from the Prime Minister, I wanted to share an update on our plans to continue serving your McDonald’s favourites safely.
“At 00:01am on Thursday we will close our dining areas across England but, in line with Government guidance, we will remain open for takeaway, Drive Thru and McDelivery via Uber Eats and Just Eat.”
The statement added: “Following the first lockdown, together with our franchisees, we made significant changes to our restaurant operations and kitchens to enhance our health and safety procedures to help keep you our customers and our employees safe.”
The statement continued: “The safety of you and our employees is an absolute priority to us. I am incredibly proud of how our restaurant teams have continued to adapt to the new ways of working and I am also grateful for your understanding as we have all got to grips with a new normal. Once again, as we all adjust, I would ask you to be patient with our teams.
“We remain committed to enabling our people to come to work safely whilst we continue to serve the communities in which we operate. In some restaurants, our operating hours and services may vary. As always, we will keep you updated via the My McDonald’s App and our website.
“COVID-19 continues to affect many thousands of people, and I know these latest restrictions will impact many people in different ways. I hope you and your loved ones stay safe and well.”
Mcdonald’s measures against Covid-19
- fewer staff on shift
- additional screens
- reduced menu
- reduced hours
- hand washing every 30 minutes
- sanitiser for teams, delivery partners and customers
- social distancing
- face masks
- floor markings and clear signage
- cleaning surfaces and equipment even more regularly
- PPE
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