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B and B prizes for 'Shining Stars'

B&B Ireland has launched a competition to reward volunteers who have been the Shining Stars of their communities in lockdown. Three winners will each win a three-night B&B bnb Activity Break for two people, says Helena Healy, chief executive of the island-wide body.

“Our frontline health and care workers have been true heroes in this pandemic but there are local heroes who have made enormous voluntary contributions too. Our B&Bs are firmly based in their communities, so our members know what a huge difference these volunteers have made to so many lives, particularly for those cocooned. These are the people we want to honour with this competition.”

“As we approach the time when we can travel freely around the country, we have prizes of B&B Activity Breaks. Winners can choose what suits them best such as a Farmstay or Walking, Food Lovers or Beach Breaks. We have lots of properties in great locations across the island.”.

'Cashless' experience at re-opening Jurys

Jurys hotels are set to reopen next month but the Covid-19 crisis means guests can expect a very different experience than the one they are used to while staying at the group’ jurys0620

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The group, which operates 48 hotels across Ireland and Britain under the Jurys and Leonardo brands, will be a cashless operation, with online check-in, limited use of lifts and 24-hour room service for those wanting food and drink. The hotels’ restaurants and bars will be closed.

Jurys intends reopening its four hotels in the Republic from July 20th, with the remaining group properties due to open at a later stage and on a phased basis based on guidance from health authorities and the UK government.

Some optimism among food companies

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One in five food businesses in Ireland say the market outlook has improved as a result of Covid-19, according to a report from Grant Thornton.

As government restrictions aimed at limiting the spread of the deadly virus turn the food sector on its head, some companies feel they will experience a positive impact.

Among the factors contributing to this view is the prospect of a renegotiation of business terms, which could provide greater long-term opportunities.

In addition, efficiencies realised within business operations may be sustained post Covid-19 and result in increased margins, the report suggests.

McDonalds opens more 'Drive Thrus'

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McDonald's is reopening another 20 drive-through restaurants in Ireland today.

Six are in Cork, while the others are in eight counties across the country.

They will be open from 11am to 10pm as staff adjust to new safe-working practices.

McDonald's says it is working closely with Gardaí and may determine that it is necessary to close Drive Thru lanes if queues cause disruption at busier sites or put employees or customers at risk.

The fast-food giant is reopening over 1,000 restaurants in Ireland and the UK this week.

Food Safety Webinars

The Food Safety Company has launched a free webinar series for business owners across the hospitality industry. foodsafetyco0620

The weekly ‘Reopening your Food Business during Covid-19’ webinars are free to attend and are delivered by expert food safety consultants. The first two webinars covered the areas of protecting staff and customers and developing Covid-19 Response Plans in line with the ‘Return to Work Safely Protocol’ issued by the Government on 9th May.

Commenting on the level of interest shown in the recent webinars Mary Daly, Managing Director of the Food Safety Company said: