Overview

• McDonald’s will open over 200 new restaurants in the UK and Ireland, marking its largest expansion in over 20 years.
• The expansion is expected to create approximately 24,000 new jobs across the two countries.
• New formats being tested include smaller sites and 'drive to' locations, focusing on high street areas.
• This growth is part of McDonald’s global target to reach 50,000 stores by 2027.
• The investment reflects McDonald’s confidence in the UK market despite recent global sales challenges.