McDonald’s Plans Major UK and Ireland Expansion with 200 New Restaurants

The fast-food giant's £1 billion investment aims to create 24,000 jobs and introduce innovative store formats.

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.