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15% of UK Food Delivery Businesses Are Dark Kitchens

1/31/2026

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Story summary
  • A recent study by researchers from the University of Sheffield finds that 15% of food businesses on major delivery platforms in England are dark kitchens.
  • Dark kitchens operate only for delivery with no storefronts and evade local authority regulations, raising concerns about food safety and allergen cross-contamination.
  • The study calls for transparency and a consistent definition to improve oversight and regulation.