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20-October-2025

Sides Turns Up the Flavour-scale Heat with its new British-born Menu Launch

Sides, the UK home of Nashville-style hot chicken, launches its new bold menu on 19th October to celebrate the Sidemen’s 12th birthday, introducing a bigger, bolder customisable flavour experience and new products across all UK restaurants. 

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20-October-2025

Walfinch Founder Set In Plaster To Highlight Osteoporosis

Amrit Dhaliwal, Founder and Chief Executive of Walfinch home care, had his arm set in plaster for a day to publicise The Great British Bone Check a free online risk checker launched for World Osteoporosis Day, 20 October.

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17-October-2025

Dyno-Rod Scores again with a Game-Changing Partnership for Franchisees

Dyno-Rod has been named the Official Plumbing & Drainage Partner of the National League, as well as the Isthmian, Northern Premier, and Southern Leagues – collectively known as the Trident Leagues. That’s more than 336 football clubs across the UK, presenting an incredible opportunity for Dyno-Rod franchisees to strengthen local connections, and benefit from enhanced national visibility.

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17-October-2025

Snowflake Gelato Expands Manchester Presence with New Arndale Opening

Snowflake Gelato continues its northern expansion with the opening of a brand-new store inside Manchester Arndale, joining its four existing locations within the Trafford Centre. The move cements Snowflake’s growing presence in the city as the destination for indulgent desserts, signature hot drinks, and award-winning gelato made from organic Jersey milk and the finest natural ingredients.

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14-October-2025

Plan Burrito to open first store in Wales

Plan Burrito will soon be celebrating the opening of their very first store in Wales, located in the vibrant city of Swansea. The team behind this exciting new location is Nathan Walbeoff, Joshua Mills, and Ross Harris, three friends and business partners.

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14-October-2025

Why a friend's advice could be your best franchise decision

Most of us have been there: standing at a family barbecue, catching up at the school gates or chatting at a birthday party, when a friend just can’t stop talking about their business. For some, it might feel like small talk that’s gone too far. But what if it’s not? What if your friend is handing you a genuine insight into a business model that could transform your career and financial future? Here, Cheryl Harper, MD at Greensleeves Lawn Care, explores why these casual conversations can carry more weight than you might think – and why listening to a friend’s recommendation could be the first step towards something life-changing.

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13-October-2025

CHAIIWALA APPOINTS BEN CLAYTON AS CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Chaiiwala, the UK’s leading Indian street food and café brand, is delighted to announce the appointment of Ben Clayton as its Chief Operating Officer. Clayton joins Chaiiwala and brings a wealth of experience to the brand. He joins from Splendid Restaurants – part of Splendid Hospitality Group – where he served as Managing Director.

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10-October-2025

TaxAssist strengthens Glasgow presence with new partnership and acquisition of three shops

TaxAssist Accountants’ footprint across Glasgow has expanded further, as experienced accountant Russell Chapman partners with Rowena Lloyd to drive growth in both Glasgow North and South.

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09-October-2025

Chicken Cottage Expands with Two Exciting New Openings in Bookham and Surbiton

Chicken Cottage is thrilled to announce the opening of two new stores- one in Bookham Hylands Petrol Station and another in Surbiton- marking yet another step in the brand’s ambitious expansion plans across the U

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09-October-2025

FORMER RECRUITER WINS GREAT BRITISH FRANCHISEE AWARDS

Bright & Beautiful are proud to announce that Henley-in-Arden franchisee; Delpreet Shergill, has won the Great British Franchisee Award (GBFA), showcasing her hard work and dedication to her business, community, and the Bright & Beautiful brand!

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