A total of 5,711 non-chain businesses (with fewer than 26 outlets) were signed up to the scheme last month, with large national chains also taking part. Over five million meals were claimed by customers in Yorkshire using the 50 per cent discount. The most expensive average meal price was in Leeds North West at £7.76 after discount, and the cheapest was £4.76 in Leeds West. Here's the figures for each Leeds constituency:
7. Pudsey
110 restaurants took part in the scheme. 97,000 meals were claimed and £563,000 generated. The average meal price after discount was £5.78. Pictured: Il Forno, Town Street, Horsforth. Photo: Steve Riding
8. Elmet and Rothwell
85 restaurants took part in the scheme. 61,000 meals were claimed and £399,000 generated. The average meal price after discount was £6.57. Pictured: High Street, Wetherby. Photo: James Hardisty