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Nine Pret A Manger franchise stores to open in Scotland

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Nine Pret A Manger franchise stores to open in Scotland

Joup Group has received a seven-figure funding package from HSBC UK to acquire three existing – and open six new – Pret a Manger franchise stores across Scotland.

The Glasgow-based group, which already owns six Dominos franchises across Dundee and Angus, will use the funding to open the Pret a Manger sites, with the biggest spanning more than 4,000 square foot.




They are expected to be open between June and September this year.

The new openings are expected to create around 150 jobs, with roles including full-time supervisors and part-time baristas.

The funding, and consequent new store openings, is predicted to increase Joup’s turnover by 100%.

Henry Dawes, chief executive of Joup Group, said: “We are really excited to continue to grow our business by becoming the Pret a Manger franchisee in Scotland.”

Kevin McKenna, relationship director at HSBC, said: “We are pleased to have supported Joup Group’s ambitions for 14 years now.

“This funding package is particularly satisfying given the creation of more than 150 jobs, which will provide an economic boost to communities across Scotland.”

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