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12-August-2024

Paris Baguette to open first UK franchised store in Canary Wharf

Paris Baguette, the premium bakery with over 400 stores worldwide, is set to open its first UK franchise in Canary Wharf in October.

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12-August-2024

The Wendy's Company Announces Plans to Enter New European Markets as the Brand Continues Global Growth Momentum

Wendy's announces the signing of two new development agreements with franchisees in the Republic of Ireland and Romania, supporting the brand's expansion goals to develop hundreds of restaurants across Europe over the next decade.  Wendy's re-entered the UK in 2021 and is in a great position to continue growing the market to 400 restaurants over time. The Company is actively recruiting franchisees in European markets to help expand its restaurant footprint across the continent.

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06-August-2024

A day in the life of a Concept Claims Solutions Franchisee

Concept Claims Solutions are home insurance claims management specialists, who’s job is to make sure a policyholder get’s everything they’re entitled to when making a home insurance claim. They deal with claims from start to finish, including all repair works... and the policyholder pays nothing but their excess!

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05-August-2024

TaxAssist Accountants announced as finalist for prestigious Accounting Excellence Award

The TaxAssist Support Centre in Norwich is delighted after being shortlisted for the In-house Marketing Campaign of the Year award, as part of the Accounting Excellence Awards 2024.

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02-August-2024

CareYourWay opens latest franchise in Leeds

CareYourWay, a family-run home care service recognised as among the top 2% of providers in the nation, joyfully opened its new Leeds office yesterday, marking an exciting expansion into a vibrant community. The Leeds franchise is run by franchisees, Mariam Hira & Jahed Monaf. 

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01-August-2024

TaxAssist Accountants will be at Accountex Summit Manchester 17th September 2024

Come along to stand J10 to find out more about our business model and to meet the team.

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01-August-2024

Urban Baristas to open two new franchises in Tooting Bec and White City

Urban Baristas, a coffee shop chain that gives customers a taste of amazing speciality coffee, is set to shortly open two new franchises in Tooting Bec and White City. These openings will take the store count to 12 corporate stores, and 3 franchises.

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01-August-2024

More Accolades for Top Revive! Franchisees

The team at Revive! East Anglia has been shortlisted in the Franchisee Trailblazer category of the upcoming 2024 bfa/HSBC Awards when the winner will be announced on 7 November.

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01-August-2024

URBAN Fresh Burgers & Fries signs first franchisee

URBAN Fresh Burgers & Fries, a breakout brand in the QSR franchise market, is thrilled to announce the signing of its first franchisees, Meliha and Mehmet Candir. The pivotal agreement marks the beginning of the brand’s expansion through franchising, after announcing the opportunity in May this year.

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30-July-2024

Auntie Anne's Expands UK Presence with Two New Store Openings and Major Remodels at Watford and Brent Cross

Auntie Anne’s UK & Ireland and Auntie Anne’s, the world-renowned pretzel brand, announced new store openings and exciting remodels as part of UK growth and expansion. Walthamstow Post Office location opened on June 20, 2024, managed by franchisee Saf Abdeen Shukry and is the brands first venture into the vibrant community of Walthamstow. On July 2, 2024, Auntie Anne’s opened at the Bexleyheath Broadway Shopping Centre, bringing the number of UK stores to 36.

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