It’s been a long time coming, but McDonald’s has finally launched a loyalty rewards scheme for the first time ever in the UK.
Following what the restaurant chain deems to have been “a successful trial” at various branches right here in the North West earlier this year, the new loyalty scheme – which is called MyMcDonald’s Rewards – is now available to sign-up to nationwide via the McDonald’s App, and fast food fans can start earning and redeeming points straight away to get their hands on a whole host of menu items for free.
The new scheme sees every penny equate to one point, which means you can earn 100 points for every £1 you spend.
McDonald’s has now launched MyMcDonald’s Rewards in the UK / Credit: McDonald’s UK
Well, earning points couldn’t be easier, as customers who are opted-in to MyMcDonald’s Rewards, and order and pay through the McDonald’s App, will automatically earn points on their order, or alternatively, you can also get a one-time code – which is available in the ‘code’ section of the app at the start of your order at either a drive-thru, kiosk, or the counter – to earn points on your order.
Collecting 1,500 points means you can grab yourself menu items like a small fries, hash browns or a Side Salad for free, whereas racking up a total of 2,500 points means you can tuck into a Double Cheeseburger or Vegetable Deluxe.
4,000 points lets you pick from fan-favourites like six Chicken McNuggets, or even a Big Mac.
IT'S FINALLY HERE 🙌
MyMcDonald's Rewards is now LIVE and available all across the UK. Order your faves. Earn rewards 🤝 pic.twitter.com/eM5vrt4jCE
If free food wasn’t enough of a reason for McDonald’s fans to sign-up to the rewards scheme, customers aren’t the only ones to benefit from collected points, as you are also given the choice to donate points to a handful of different UK charities – including Children in Need, FareShare, and Ronald McDonald House Charities.
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Points are converted to cash donations – with 1,500 points working out to £1.50, 4,000 being a donation of £4 to your chosen charity, and so on.
/ Credit: McDonald’s UK
Speaking on the launch of the new rewards scheme, Michelle Graham-Clare – chief marketing officer at McDonald’s UK and Ireland – said: “We’re incredibly excited to launch the MyMcDonald’s Rewards scheme in the UK.
“As well as rewarding our customers with our iconic menu items, we’re delighted to give customers the option of donating points to our brilliant charity partners, which we know will make an incredible difference to the lives of many thousands of young people and families across the country.
“We were delighted with the response from customers during our recent trial and I am so pleased we’re able to launch nationwide.”
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Academy graduate Oscar Bobb is leaving Manchester City on a permanent transfer
Danny Jones
Manchester City youth academy graduate Oscar Bobb is leaving the club after sealing a move to Fulham FC.
Despite plenty of loan interest throughout the January transfer window, the Man City attacker has secured a switch to the in-form West London team on a permanent basis.
Bobb looked increasingly likely to leave in some capacity following the arrival of another winger in the form of instant hit, Antoine Semenyo, but it now looks as though his departure is all but confirmed, bar an imminent official announcement.
As reported by Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, the agreement has now been reached between the two clubs pending a full medical today (Thursday, 29 January).
According to Romano, Fulham will pay Man City approximately £27 million for Bobb’s services, who becomes the latest addition in what has already been a fairly busy period of recruitment.
He goes on to add that “City also mantain [a] 20% sell-on clause, matching rights and future control on the player based on his decision.”
There is no suggestion of a buy-back clause at this time, but given his age and having already made a fair few appearances for Pep Guardiola‘s first team, it wouldn’t be beyond the realms of possibility to see him return to the club one day.
Bobb also arrives at Craven Cottage following the exit of multiple wingers and offensive options, including Adama Traore, ex-Man United product Andreas Pereira and Arsenal youngster, Reiss Nelson, whose loan deal has expired and has signed another temporary deal at local rivals, Brentford.
Had it not been for that injury I know he would’ve been class for City for a long time, and let’s not forget that goal v Newcastle pic.twitter.com/inGxi5UjPM
The young Norwegian winger joined the Etihad Campus back in 2023 and went on to contribute a handful of goals and assists, despite limited appearances and some very unfortunate injury issues.
Only seven months ago, his soon-to-be former parent club released a short video charting his return from the sidelines after fracturing his leg – a setback which kept him out for roughly five months.
Plenty of fans have quickly placed him in the so-called ‘what if?’ category of players, and given that he’s still just 22 years old and has already impressed on a number of ocassions for such a big club, we wouldn’t be surprised if he goes on to have a very exciting career.
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McDonald’s is set to axe 80% of its vegan and vegetarian options in the UK
Emily Sergeant
McDonald’s is set to remove nearly all of its vegan and vegetarian options from the UK menu, according to reports.
We may be in what is known to some as Veganuary, but one of the world’s leading fast food chains has reportedly made the decision to drastically cut back on the selection of plant-based and meat-free options on its UK menu, appearing to align with the trends that show a decline in veganism overall.
McDonald’s is known for offering those who choose not to eat meat a choice of different options – from its Veggie Dippers to the popular McPlant burger.
But from the start of next month, only one options is apparently set to remain on the menu.
In a decision that seems to already be making fans on social media ‘furious’, McDonald’s has revealed that it will stop selling Veggie Dippers, Veggie Dipper Happy Meals, Spicy Veggie Wraps, and Vegetable Deluxe sandwiches.
McDonald’s is set to axe 80% of its vegan and vegetarian options in the UK / Credit: McDonald’s UK
All that remains will be the vegan McPlant Burger – which McDonald’s says still remains popular with steady sales.
According to reports in various outlets like the Daily Mail and Sky News, McDonald’s says it had reviewed feedback and sales data in order to make the decision.
A spokesperson for McDonald’s UK told the Daily Mail: “We’re always listening to our customers to help inform and evolve our menu. After reviewing feedback, alongside the sales data of our Veggie Dippers, it’s clear this product does not match the appeal of McPlant for our vegetarian customers.
“That’s why we’ve made the decision to remove them from the menu, as we focus on developing better vegetarian options that meet our high standards.
The fast food chain has released a statement as to why it is reducing options / Credit: Road Ahead (via Unsplash)
“While McPlant remains a firm fan favourite and will continue to be the go-to choice for our vegetarian and vegan customers, we recognise these changes may be disappointing for some.”
If this statement is anything to go by though, it does appear that the McPlant won’t stay the only vegan option on the menu forever, as the fast food chain has indicated that it is looking at introduction others in the future.
“We are actively learning from other markets to understand which vegetarian and vegan options are proving most popular and exploring exciting new offerings that we know customers will love,” the spokesperson’s statement concluded.
The Veggie Dippers, Veggie Dipper Happy Meals, Spicy Veggie Wraps, and Vegetable Deluxe sandwiches will be removed from the McDonald’s menu in the UK on 3 February.
Emily Sergeant -
25th July 2022 
