# Lauren Shultz, the head of the UK and Ireland sector of McDonalds, is warning over a "predicted slight price increase" But she insists the fast food giant will keep its Meal Deal and Saver menu items the same price.

*business · news · 2026-04-23 · LBC*

## Key points

- McDonald’s will keep Meal Deal and Saver menu prices unchanged despite other menu price increases.
- The timing of McDonald's UK price hikes is still under deliberation within their supply chain.
- More points are now required on the MyMcDonald's app to get a free Big Mac.
- UK could face chicken and pork shortages due to potential carbon dioxide supply disruption from the Iran war.

**Companies:** McDonalds
**Countries:** United Kingdom, Iran

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