Quarter of UK food and hospitality firms hit by low stock levels – ONS

Fast food chain McDonald’s had to pull milkshakes and bottled drinks from its menu earlier this week as it battled against supply problems amid a shortage of lorry drivers.

More than a quarter of food and hospitality firms have been hit by low stock levels in recent weeks as Britain’s mounting supply chain crisis takes it toll, according to new figures (Tom Wilkinson/PA)

More than a quarter of food and hospitality firms have been hit by low stock levels in recent weeks as Britain’s mounting supply chain crisis takes it toll, according to new figures.

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said its recent business survey found that 27% of food and accommodation firms have reported lower than normal stock levels – the worst-hit of all the sectors.