Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.

Taco Bell,KFC,Pizza HutandThe Habit Burger Grillare now requiring workers to wear masks both in the US and internationally, as part of a series of new safety measures in light of the coronavirus pandemic. As reported by Restaurant Business, Yum! Brands will work to purchase enough masks to supply its system. Read morehere.

Cooks and cashiers in the US walked off the job atMcDonald’sand other quick-service restaurants in California to demand they be given personal protection equipment, hazard pay and paid sick leave. As reported by Nation’s Restaurant News, workers began striking after a McDonald’s worker tested positive for COVID-19. Read morehere.

McDonald’s Corporation withdrew its guidance for the year as a result of the coronavirus outbreak, expecting to reduce capital expenditures by about US$1 billion this year. As reported by Bloomberg, the fast food giant said it is working with its franchisees to support financial liquidity. Read morehere.

SubwayandPanera Breadare just some of the chains rolling out grocery services at hundreds of locations across the US. As reported by Business Insider, this is happening amidst grocery stores’ struggle to keep up with demand. Read morehere.

Burger Kinghas launched a marketing campaign, encouraging customers in the US to stay at home during the pandemic. As reported by Marketing Dive, the fast food chain is also donating 250,000 Whoppers to nurses through the American Nurses Foundation. Read morehere.

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