McDonald's is reopening 15 stores in UK and Ireland

McDonald's is set to reopen its first restaurants for delivery only on 13th May after closing down due to the coronavirus lockdown.

It is starting the long road back to normality with 15 outlets; the locations of the UK and Ireland sites will be revealed next week. The fast food giant uses Uber Eats and Just Eat for delivery.

Paul Pomroy, Head of McDonald's in the UK and Ireland, said on Twitter: "We are working hard to reopen more restaurants... Slowly, but safely we will return. However, there will be only a limited menu, and no breakfast offer.”

He added: "When we return it will be different as we all adjust to this new normal. I want to apologise in advance if our first wave of reopened restaurants does not serve your area.”

“Rest assured, we are working hard to reopen more restaurants, but I am adamant this must be at the right pace with the wellbeing of our employees, suppliers and customers front of mind.”

Family Fun Hub

McDonald’s recently went live with a family entertainment hub as the coronavirus lockdown continued in the UK.

“From creative activities to interactive play, board games to eBooks, plus football skills videos to help keep your kids active, there’s hours of fun to entertain the whole family,” it said.

Our personal favourite is Snoopy's AR Space Rocket Adventure. Check it out here.

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