property developers, said: “We were disappointed, as were many others, when Lloyds decided to close their Bailgate branch, but this does typify the changes we are seeing in the city centre. “The grant of planning permission for change of use to a restaurant and takeaway is an exciting adaptation for this property. We have a lot of refurbishment, repair and decoration work to do to bring the property back up to standard. “Once this is completed the Elite will begin fitting out, and we look forward to seeing them open for business later in the year.” The recent news follows a successful start to the year for the company, which earlier this year featured in The Book of Amazing People. The company also celebrated a double-award win at this month’s East Midlands Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Celebrating Small Business Awards 2019; the company scooped the Family Business of the Year award for the second year running as well as the Community Business of the Year award (area only). In 2018, the Elite Fish & Chip Company celebrated 30 years in business in Lincolnshire and during its 30-year history the company has expanded to three restaurants and takeaways in Ruskington, Sleaford and Lincoln. In that time, it has also welcomed a third generation of family members to the business and has become a national award-winning fish and chip establishment. In honour of last year’s 30th anniversary, The Elite Fish & Chip Company committed to a year-long £30,000 fundraising campaign to be divided equally between The RAF Association, the RNLI and Sleaford Dementia Support. To find out more about The Elite Fish & Chip Company, follow its Facebook, Twitter and Instagram feeds or visit: www.elitefishandchips.com.
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Fastfood Professional • April and May 2018
April and May 2018 • Fastfood Professional
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