BBC News | BUSINESS | Coffee Republic cuts losses (#)

  „The BBC's Marcia Hughes"The challenge ahead will be to demonstrate real profitability" real 56k Coffee Republic's chief executive Peter Morris"We believe we represent good value for money in the UK"  real 28k Thursday, 28 June, 2001, 08:47 GMT 09:47 UK Coffee Republic cuts losses Coffee Republic plans to serve up more shops Coffee Republic, the independent espresso bar chain, has announced a loss of £2.4m for the last year. But the chain, which is third biggest in the UK, served up a strong growth in sales as Britain's thirst for coffee bars continues unabated. The company, which operates 82 espresso bars and cafes across the country, said sales in the year to 31 March shot up 68% to £21m.“

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BBC News | BUSINESS | Coffee farmers 'face destitution'

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  „Are you sure you're really ready to discover the inner you? Take this quiz to find out how to match your order from the coffee cart with your personality.“

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