McDonald’s to reopen all its UK drive-thrus within days – but there will be changes

McDonald’s has announced it will reopen all of its drive-thrus at the start of next month.
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The fast food chain has been cautiously restarting operations as coronavirus lockdown restrictions are loosened.

In a post on social media at lunchtime today, McDonald’s declared: “We are on our way back.

McDonald's drive-thrus are reopening. Picture: Naomi Baker/Getty Images.McDonald's drive-thrus are reopening. Picture: Naomi Baker/Getty Images.
McDonald's drive-thrus are reopening. Picture: Naomi Baker/Getty Images.
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“Following a successful pilot, we can confirm that 924 drive-thru restaurants will reopen between June 2 and June 4.”

It added that 75 new restaurants would also be added to McDelivery via Uber Eats and Just Eat.

However, there will be some changes to the drive-thru experience, the company warned.

“In order to allow for social distancing, we will have fewer employees in our kitchens and service areas,” it said.

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“To help our smaller teams, we will be offering a limited menu (no breakfast, wraps or shakes) over reduced hours (11am-10pm).”

“No milkshakes?!” said one follower on McDonald’s Instagram. “Nooooo!”

The company added: “We continue to ask that you limit your spend to £25 and use contactless payment methods wherever possible.

“Our teams are adjusting to new safety and hygiene procedures, which will help them to work safely and social distance – we appreciate your continued patience.

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“We are delighted to be returning to communities across the UK and Ireland, but it will look different and will take a little longer.

“Please bear with us.

“We will confirm the locations of the reopening restaurants on each morning from June 2.”