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Birmingham-based Andy Buxton joined Auditel as an ‘Associate Partner Business’ on the May/June 2024 induction programme, but within just six months of his venture commencing, was already looking at upgrading his Auditel franchise to ‘Full Partner Business’.
CareYourWay, a family-run home care service, is now open in Alton, Farnham, and Farnborough, offering warm, compassionate care to people in the comfort of their own homes. Led by franchisees Richard, Tracey, and Rachel, CareYourWay Alton, Farnham, and Farnborough is built on values of kindness, dignity, and care that feels personal.
No Letting Go (NLG), the UK’s leading provider of property inventory management services, recently hosted its much-anticipated Annual Conference - bringing together franchisees from across the country for a day of collaboration, connection, and learning.
We’re in the middle of a digital revolution. Artificial Intelligence is everywhere, automating services, streamlining admin, and making huge parts of life faster and smarter. But for those considering buying a franchise, it raises an important question: What will still need real people in the years ahead/ Because while AI is taking over tasks in sectors like finance, logistics, and even law, there are still industries where human hands, heads, and hearts are absolutely essential. Plumbing is one of them.
We’re living through a technological tipping point. AI is no longer a distant concept, it's already transforming how we live, work, and do business. From retail to recruitment, systems are becoming more intelligent, more automated, and some would argue more replaceable. So, what does that mean for those looking to buy into a franchise? While AI can answer customer queries, write content, or even drive vehicles, there are still industries that rely on something more human: judgement, resilience, physical skill, and problem-solving under pressure. One of those industries? Drainage.
Following a record start to the year with sales up 14% on 2024 turnover performance and four new franchisees joining the business, GoCruise & Travel has announced that it is investing in its mentoring programme for new-to-travel franchisees needing a helping hand when starting their own business. The new mentoring programme includes a year of dedicated support, guidance and coaching for new members in a variety of skills to enable them to build a successful business.
Amrit Dhaliwal, CEO of Wantage-based home care business Walfinch, has been a key contributor in discussions regarding improving social care in Oxfordshire. Talking to BBC Oxford, Amrit said that current funding "isn't enough".
TaxAssist Accountants is delighted to announce a new partnership with legal experts, Fosters Solicitors. This relationship will see Fosters’ award-winning Wills, Trusts & Probate department offer a range of their expert legal services, including Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney, to TaxAssist Accountants’ impressive family of franchisees, employees and clients across the UK. Other specialist legal services will also be offered.
The first restaurant of Canada’s renowned fried chicken brand, MB Chicken, was launched on Sunday in Chandigarh sector 35C market.
The BFA (British Franchise Association) has announced that the BFA HSBC UK British Franchise Awards 2025 are open for entries. For some brands, simply making the finals is a tremendous accolade, whilst winning can mean a boost for brand awareness and reputation in a competitive marketplace.
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