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04-April-2024

Helen Doron Education joins the British Franchise Association

With 1,200 learning centres worldwide, Helen Doron Education is proud to announce its accreditation as a member of the British Franchise Association (BFA). Established in 1985, the global education franchise has made significant progress in its expansion into the UK. This most recent recognition highlights both the brand’s international achievements and its ambitious plans to replicate its worldwide success within the UK market.

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04-April-2024

DUAL BRANDED APPLEBEE'S AND IHOP RESTAURANT CONCEPT TO EXHIBIT AT THE INTERNATIONAL FRANCHISE SHOW LONDON

Coming off of the grand opening of its eighth Dual Branded restaurant in León, Mexico, Dine Brands International – an affiliate of Dine Brands Global, Inc., the parent company of Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar®, IHOP®, and Fuzzy’s Taco Shop® restaurants – is keeping the momentum going with its latest restaurant concept at the International Franchise Show London.

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03-April-2024

CHOPSTIX CELEBRATES EASTER WEEKEND OPENING AT THE O2

The UK’s largest Pan-Asian QSR brand, Chopstix, opened its hotly anticipated site in the Entertainment District at The O2, which is owned and operated by Waterfront Limited Partnership, a joint venture between AEG and Crosstree Real Estate Partners, over the Easter weekend, signalling the entry of the noodle brand into the world’s most popular live entertainment, leisure, and retail destination.

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03-April-2024

Gong cha brings high-quality bubble tea to Birmingham for the first time

Gong cha, one of the world’s fastest-growing global tea brands, is pleased to announce its 13th store in the UK has opened in Birmingham. Located at 109 New Street (City Centre Birmingham, B2 4EU), the store opened its doors to customers on 29th March 2024.

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02-April-2024

BRGR Lab Announces Expansion Plans with New Stores in Leicester and Birmingham

BRGR Lab, the innovative quick service restaurant (QSR) concept known for its smash burgers and commitment to fresh, high-quality ingredients, is thrilled to announce its expansion plans with two new locations in the United Kingdom. The brand will be bringing its unique culinary experience to Leicester and Birmingham, offering residents a chance to savour its mouth-watering creations.

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02-April-2024

TaxAssist Accountants launches new quick start franchise packages

New franchise fees range from £9,975 +VAT for those joining the network with an existing practice to £19,950 + VAT for new start franchises looking to open and establish their own accounting firm. 

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01-April-2024

ServiceMaster Clean and Merry Maids Spring Forward Into 2024!

ServiceMaster Clean Contract Services and Merry Maids franchisees SMASHED into 2024 at this year’s ServiceMaster Spring Forward event. 120 delegates, including business owners from ServiceMaster Clean Contract Services and Merry Maids businesses across the UK, rallied in Coventry this month for ServiceMaster Brands UK’s Spring Forward event.

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28-March-2024

Caremark wins Elite Franchise 100 Innovation of the Year

On Thursday 14 March, Caremark, a prominent UK home care provider, clinched the prestigious title of Innovation of the Year at Elite Franchise Top 100 UK (EF100) awards - a definitive list that celebrates excellence within the franchise community. As the winner, Caremark met the award criteria by showcasing industry-changing strategies, consistently applying cutting-edge methodologies, and establishing itself as a leader within the industry.

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28-March-2024

PANKU STREET FOOD KIOSKS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE

For anyone keen to start a high impact and ambitious business in the food and drink industry, owning one, or more, a Panku Street Food kiosk franchise could be an exciting new opportunity.

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28-March-2024

InXpress Women Slaying Their Business Goals: #InspiringInclusion

This International Women’s Day, we’re proud to share the inspiring stories of our franchisees. We are taking a look at how InXpress is an inclusive franchise for those looking to join.

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