McDonaldsbrings over€3mtothe Wickloweconomy
MCDONALD’S two restaurants contributed over €3 million to Wicklow’s economy in 2017, according to a new report.
‘McDonald’s in Ireland’, an independent report commissioned by the company, examined its impact on the Irish national economy through employment, supply chain expenditure, the purchase of Irish produce for domestic use and export, and support for local communities.
The figure of €3.1 million includes restaurant activity in its Arklow and Bray restaurant and employee salaries.
The fast food chain employs 100 people in its two restaurant in the Garden County and purchases €1.2 million worth of Irish produce from suppliers in the county.
The McDonald’s franchisees in Wicklow are Amir Afsar and John Gallagher.
John Gallagher, who runs the Bray outlet, said: ‘ This report highlights the positive impact McDonald’s has in Wicklow and indeed on a national scale. While McDonald’s is a global brand, the franchise model means we are a collection of small local businesses who are embedded in our communities.
‘I am proud to support local jobs and the local economy in Wicklow and will continue to have an active role in the community,’ said Mr Gallagher.
Paul Pomroy, Chief Executive, McDonald’s UK and Ireland, said: ‘ This Economic Impact Report highlights our strong partnerships with Irish suppliers and our commitment to Irish produce, which is vital to our business here in Ireland and across Europe. We are proud of our long-standing relationships with suppliers; such as Dawn Meats, who have been supplying beef patties to McDonald’s since 1986.
‘We are very proud to launch this important report; the success of McDonald’s in Ireland would not be possible without our customers, suppliers, crew members and the dedication of our Irish franchisees, who provide local jobs, economic opportunities and ongoing community engagement across the year.’
The report found that McDonald’s contributed €196 million directly to the Irish economy in 2017.