Scotland Franchise News Archive

Scotland franchise news archive

An archive of franchise news from Scotland

Date posted:19-December-2024

Chicken Cottage Officially Launches in Oban

Chicken Cottage, the globally loved fast-food franchise renowned for its delicious, freshly prepared chicken, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its new restaurant in the picturesque town of Oban. This marks an exciting chapter in the brand’s expansion across the UK, bringing its iconic flavours to the heart of the Scottish Highlands.

Date posted:01-October-2024

Metro Rod Welcomes Gregor Hands, Our Newest and Youngest Franchisee, Leading the Highlands

Metro Rod is proud to announce that Gregor Hands, at just 27 years old, has joined our network as the newest franchisee, taking on the Metro Rod Highlands territory. Hailing from Scotland, Gregor brings an impressive background in sales and management, as well as hands-on experience as an engineer, to his new venture. His work ethic, ambition, and strong connections within the region position him for success, and we are excited to see his journey unfold.

Date posted:04-December-2023

HEAVENLY DESSERTS LAUNCHES FIRST KIOSK IN LIVINGSTON

IN A FIRST for the international premium dessert franchise, Heavenly Desserts opened its first kiosk in Livingston, West Lothian on Friday 1st December. Located within Livingston Designer Outlet’s Food Quarter, the latest Heavenly Desserts ‘Pico’ restaurant format marks the brand’s fifth location in Scotland, one of its 50+ locations in the UK and the final new location opening of 2023.

Date posted:01-September-2023

Oodles opens first store in Scotland

After leaving our mark all across England, we are absolutely thrilled to share the news that we are now officially in Scotland! And what an incredible start it has been!

Date posted:07-June-2023

Joe McGuigan Celebrates a Decade of Exceptional Service with Aspray

Aspray a leading property insurance claims management company, proudly announces the 10-year anniversary of Joe McGuigan as their esteemed Director of Aspray (Glasgow North and South). With a decade of dedication and commitment, Joe has achieved remarkable success in helping customers and managing hundreds of claims each year.

Date posted:16-December-2022

Greenock to Enjoy a Slice of Papa John's

The community of Greenock will now be able to enjoy a slice of Papa John’s following the company’s latest store opening in the Renfrewshire town of Scotland. The store is the first of three new Papa John’s set to be opened over the next few months by multi-unit franchisee Nazim Vadiwala, supported by his 70 strong team who also manage Leithwalk in Edinburgh, Perth, Clydebank and Whitley Bay.

Date posted:08-November-2022

TaxAssist franchisee keeps franchise in the family after selling to daughter

After over two decades as a TaxAssist Accountant, Barry McGougan has maintained a family connection by selling his Kilmarnock-based franchise to his daughter Lisa Foster. Experienced accountant Lisa, who has been working alongside Barry for the past few years, recently became the new franchise owner, and is keen to continue the legacy built up by her father.

Date posted:09-June-2022

Mum of two launches one of the first Bloom Baby Classes franchises in Scotland in memory of son

Joanne Reid, mum of two from East Lothian, Scotland, has put her caring nature into practice by launching her baby development franchise, Bloom Baby Classes. As a flagship location north of the border, Joanne is looking forward to bringing her passion for baby care and wellbeing to parents living in her own community. Following the sad passing of her son Oran late last year, Joanne hopes to bring care to thousands of parents across the county as she launches next month.

Date posted:07-June-2022

Greensleeves franchise ramps up Scottish presence with two new locations

Lawn care experts, Greensleeves, announces further expansion into Scotland with the launch of two new territories. The franchise, which has more than 108 franchises throughout the UK, has now increased its presence north of the border opening businesses in Clyde Coast and West Lothian to meet growing demand for its services.

Date posted:01-June-2022

Wilkins Chimney Sweep Franchisee Wins at Scottish Ex-Forces Business Awards

Kris McLernon (33) owner of the Lanarkshire franchise of Wilkins Chimney Sweep, was a winner at the 2022 Scottish Ex-Forces in Business Awards recently, in the ‘New Service Leaver’ category. The New Service Leaver category recognises men and women who left the military less than three years ago. Kris left the army in April 2020 after 14 years as a recovery mechanic with the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) and bought his Wilkins Chimney Sweep franchise in September 2021.