Popular fast-food chain McDonalds is increasing the price of five of its most popular items on the menu from today (February 15).
The fast-food company has blamed the price hike on rising energy and food costs, reports the Mirror.
It said it has been hit with the rising cost of living crisis just "like many other businesses".
The items that are going up in price are:
- Mayo Chicken: 99p to £1.19 (up 20 per cent)
- Bacon Mayo Chicken: £1.59 to £1.79 (up 12.6 per cent)
- Bacon Double Cheeseburger: £2.49 to £2.69 (up eight per cent)
- Triple Cheeseburger: £2.69 to £2.89 (up 7.4 per cent)
- Medium Fizzy Drink: £1.39 to £1.49 (up 7.1 per cent)
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Prices will vary across various branches, as McDonald's can recommend price settings, but aren't obligated to introduce increases.
This news comes as McDonalds increased their prices in 2022, with their original cheeseburger going up in price for the first time in 14 years.
The cheeseburger was increased from 99p to £1.19, with other menu items also being hiked by between 10 pence and 20 pence.
A spokesperson told The Mirror: “We are committed to offering great tasting food at affordable prices. However, like many businesses, the impact of the increase in food and energy costs continues to affect our company and our franchisees.
"We carefully review and adjust pricing to offer great value and quality.
"At the same time, we continue to work hard on how we can provide our customer's value where it matters most, with personalised offers and rewards through the MyMcDonald’s Rewards scheme."
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