Cardiff International Pool flushed with savings thanks to Chemex
Cardiff International Pool, which attracts more than 700,000 visitors a year to its leisure centre, is saving thousands of pounds in water charges by using a simple new invention developed by Chemex International, the hygiene and cleaning products franchise. (more…)
Ovenu franchisee helps to reassure customers with Buy With Confidence Scheme
The Ashford-based franchisee of Ovenu, the oven valeting service franchise, has just been approved for the second year running as a member of a ‘safe traders’ directory as part of an initiative by Kent County Council. (more…)
Franchising Works in Manchester
An innovative programme that will give 50 unemployed Greater Manchester residents the chance to start their own franchise business is being financially supported by NatWest and the Royal Bank of Scotland. (more…)
Recognised standards of training at PC Pal
PC PAL, the mobile computer repair franchise, has partnered with industry qualification bodies, such as Microsoft, so its engineers become recognised IT qualified professionals. This will encourage customers to use PC Pal for computer repairs, knowing that the engineers work to professional standards. (more…)
MPs discuss economic impact of franchising
At a recent meeting held at the Houses of Parliament, franchise sector leaders met with 30 MPs from the UK to discuss the economic impact of franchising through sustainable business growth, new business start-ups and job creation. (more…)
Your franchise is worth more than you think
“A lot of franchisors may be missing a trick when it comes to realising the full value of their businesses,” says Heather Lycett, Managing Director of Blue Concept, a young and growing licensing consultancy. (more…)
Faced with unemployment, the answer was to buy a Riverford Organic franchise
After Matt and Jane Falkner moved from London to Devon, following the birth of their daughter, Jane quickly got a job as a chartered surveyor, but 37 year-old Matt, who had been a salesman in the City, was struggling to find a suitable job. (more…)
Marston’s, the pub retailer, gains BFA accreditation
Marston’s, the pub retailer, has been accredited as a full member of the BFA for its pioneering retail agreement. (more…)
British Franchise Directory & Guide 2012
This directory is essential for newcomers to UK franchising, whether a prospective franchisee or franchisor. It lists more than 1,300 franchises now trading in Britain, and includes articles by the leading franchise specialists in business consultancy, the law and the banks. (more…)
Britain’s top franchisees announced at awards ceremony
Mike and Catharine Chalton of Home Instead Senior Care in the Wirral were revealed as the 2011 BFA HSBC Franchisees of the Year, supported by Express Newspapers. (more…)
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