NANDO’S says it will lend some of its staff to its suppliers to help “get things moving” in the supply chain after shortages hit some of its shops.
The restaurant group has had to shut around 50 outlets temporarily after apparently running short of its staple fare: peri peri chicken.
Customers were quick to react online, complaining about local closures.
“The UK supply chain is having a bit of a [night]’mare right now,” Nando’s tweeted in reply.
“This is having a knock-on effect with some of our restaurants across England, Scotland and Wales.”
The chain said delivery schedules meant the situation was changing rapidly and suggested customers check the website before they visit.
Food and other supply chains across the UK have struggled to operate normally this summer, due to what has been dubbed the “pingdemic” – staff being required to self-isolate if they have come into contact with someone
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