“The main problem was the lack of information we had prior to this, as it just made forward planning impossible," one takeaway manager complained.

"For anyone who has worked in purchasing for some time, this is as significant and widespread a challenge as we’ve seen."

Traders say that following the UK’s departure from the EU on 31st January 2021, the prices of flour, chips, chicken, cheese and other ingredients have sky-rocketed, which has left takeaway bosses begging the question, what’s a burger without cheese and fries?