The restaurant chains, Bella Italia and Café Rouge branches could be at risk of closure as the owners have filed a notice of intent to appoint administrators. Casual Dining Group, the owner of both chains, confirmed it is considering all options. This could affect 6,000 employees.
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The restaurant group said it has filed a notice of intent to appoint administrators.
The company now has 10 days of breathing space to consider all options and what the next steps will be.
A Casual Dining Group spokesperson said: “As is widely acknowledged, this is an unprecedented situation for our industry and, like many other companies across the UK, the directors of Casual Dining Group are working closely with our advisers as we consider our next steps.
“These notifications are a prudent measure in light of the company’s position and the wider situation.
“These notifications will also protect the company from any threatened potential legal action from landlords while we review the detail of the Government advice, and formulate a plan for the company in these difficult times.”
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