Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2014
Offshore ownership and tax scrutiny
Reporting based on leaked wealth-management documents examined entities associated with the Enthoven family's ownership of Nando's and alleged that offshore structures could reduce the group's UK corporation-tax bill. A company representative said the arrangements were lawful and explained that the owner was not UK resident; Nando's later stated that its tax affairs should be managed responsibly and transparently.
New Zealand chicken-welfare criticism
Animals Aotearoa raised concerns about fast-growing chicken breeds used by Nando's New Zealand, alleging associated risks including lameness, chronic pain, respiratory problems, and difficulty accessing food and water. The organization also criticized the local operation for not adopting the Better Chicken Commitment adopted by Nando's UK and Ireland.
Franchisee and parent-company disputes in Australia
The Australian business has experienced public disputes between the parent company and franchisees. The available reference material identifies these conflicts but does not provide enough detail here to characterize individual cases or outcomes.