Bunsik, the fast-growing Korean street food brand, has opened its first franchise. Located in Cabot Circus, Bristol, the franchise is run by experienced, ex-Subway multi-unit franchisee, Will Bray. Bunsik Bristol is the 8th Bunsik store in the UK, following openings in Leicester Square, Embankment, Camden, Manchester, Westfield Stratford, Earl’s Court and Chinatown. We are also opening our 9th store in Shepherd’s Bush this month.
A UK wide homecare provider is helping to tackle one of the biggest frustrations facing older people and their families - getting a GP appointment. GoodOaks Homecare has launched a new complimentary GoodOaks Virtual GP service, giving clients round-the-clock access to online GP appointments powered by Doctor Care Anywhere.
GoodOaks Homecare has been named Franchisor of the Year - Expanding at the 2025 BFA HSBC British Franchise Awards, recognising its transformation from a regional care provider into one of the UK’s fastest-growing ethical franchise networks.
Chaiiwala, the UK’s leading Indian street food café brand, is delighted to announce that its first drive thru location in Nottingham, located at 76-78 Castle Boulevard, NG7 1FP, is now open. The new opening in Nottingham builds on the success of Chaiiwala’s café on Gregory Boulevard, which first opened in 2019. With two stores in different parts of the city and plans for a third, Chaiiwala is aiming to quickly become the go to destination for flavourful Indian street food inspired options for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and desserts.
Chaiiwala, the UK’s leading Indian street food café brand, is delighted to announce the opening of a new drive thru and shopping centre cafe in Nottingham in partnership with new franchisee Splendid Hospitality Group. Splendid Hospitality Group, which operates 38 franchised KFC restaurants in the Midlands and North East, has also assumed the operations of Chaiiwala’s existing high street location in Nottingham.
Brgr Lab, the UK's rapidly expanding gourmet smash burger brand known for its "Formulated to Perfection" approach, have announced the official opening of its newest location at 10 Clarendon Avenue, Leamington Spa, CV32 5PZ. The new store will serve as the flagship model for the brand’s next-generation retail strategy, debuting the innovative ‘Lab’ store concept.
Leading transport and logistics recruitment company, Driver Hire and its nationwide network of franchisees, is once again, supporting Road Safety Week. The event, which takes place this year from 16th – 22nd November, is organised by the road safety charity, Brake.
TaxAssist Accountants has successfully concluded a series of nine regional meetings held across the UK, bringing together franchisees, directors and senior Support Centre staff for a day of collaboration, knowledge sharing and strategic updates.
fit20 is continuing its strong UK expansion, and we’re delighted to announce that our 16th studio will be opening in Glossop in January 2026, led by new franchisee Kate Thorpe. Kate’s journey to fit20 is an inspiring one. After two decades as a Solicitor in the Legal Profession, she retrained in the field of psychotherapy to become an Integrative Therapist and Coach. Kate is driven by a passion for helping others improve their mental health and wellbeing.
The TaxAssist Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Caron Betts FCA as Practice Development and Learning Manager, further strengthening the support available to its growing network of accountancy practices across the UK.