Why are two British curry restaurants closing per week?

Nick Dee explains the current issues for those in the sector.

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00:00UK curry restaurants are facing significant challenges, leading to many closing permanently.

00:08Rising costs of ingredients, labour shortages and increased business rates are major factors

00:15straining these establishments. The Covid-19 pandemic further exacerbated the situation

00:21with lockdowns and social distancing measures severely impacting revenue. Additionally,

00:27the shift towards takeaways and delivery services has not compensated for the loss of dining

00:34customers. Competition from other cuisines and changing customer preferences also contribute

00:40to the decline. Many family-run curry houses struggle to adapt to modern marketing strategies

00:47and technological advancements, making it harder to attract new customers. As a result,

00:53two curry houses are closing every week, highlighting a dire need for support

00:58and innovation. It does beg the question, do you still go out for a curry?