McDonald’s has announced it will reopen its first UK restaurants for delivery on May 13 after shutting sites due to the coronavirus lockdown.
It said it will reopen 15 restaurants for delivery only, with the locations of these restaurants due to be announced next week.
The fast-food chain has spent this week testing its operations behind closed doors in preparation to reopen sites.
Paul Pomroy, McDonald’s chief executive officer for the UK and Ireland, said: "When we return it will be different as we all adjust to this new normal.
"I want to apologise in advance if our first wave of reopened restaurants does not serve your area.
"Rest assured, we are working hard to reopen more restaurants, but I am adamant this must be at the right pace with the wellbeing of our employees, suppliers and customers front of mind.
"Slowly, but safely, we will return to towns and cities across the UK and Ireland, and thank you for your continued support as we work through this crisis."
Meanwhile Burger King, KFC and Greggs have already revealed they are planning to relaunch as the coronavirus crisis continues.
Burger King closed its UK restaurants as the country went into lockdown, but it has slowly started reopening for delivery and drive-thru customers.
