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Carbon reduction commitment catches franchises and bust companies.
telegraph.co.uk - Businesses that have gone bust during the recession or operate through franchises could fall foul of controversial new “green tax” legislation, it has emerged. ... [more] 16 Aug, 2010
Franchise model drives United Carpets profits rise.
yorkshirepost.co.uk - Carpets to beds company United Carpets increased revenue and profits on the back of strong franchise work. ... [more] 9 Aug, 2010
Big expansion plans for Rice restaurants.
menmedia.co.uk - A Manchester restaurant chain is looking to replicate its success across the country by attracting investment partners to help drive its expansion. ... [more] 9 Aug, 2010
Wagamama restaurant chain 'is being put up for sale'.
bbc.co.uk - Pan-Asian restaurant chain Wagamama is being put up for sale by its private equity owner, it has been reported. ... [more] 1 Aug, 2010
Home Instead franchise promises 30 new jobs.
menmedia.co.uk - A woman who has taken on a Home Instead care franchise covering areas of Manchester and Trafford said she expects to create 30 jobs in her first year of trading. ... [more] 29 Jul, 2010
McDonalds franchisee hopes to create North East jobs.
nebusiness.co.uk - McDonalds franchisee Ahmed Khan hopes to create 150 new jobs after taking on five fast-food restaurants in the region. ... [more] 22 Jul, 2010
Mothercare hopes buying Blooming Marvellous will give profits a bump.
guardian.co.uk - Mother and baby products retailer Mothercare admitted today it was being outgunned in a price war with the supermarkets and would have to offer more discounts to get shoppers back through its doors. ... [more] 15 Jul, 2010
Marks and Spencer shareholders support boss's pay plan.
bbc.co.uk - Marks and Spencer shareholders have given their resounding support to the company's executive pay plan, despite complaints about the controversial £15m pay package offered to its new boss. ... [more] 14 Jul, 2010
Top LighterLife franchisees named.
thebfa.org - LighterLife have recently named and rewarded their top 30 franchisees in a nationwide competition of over 330 franchisees across the UK and Ireland. ... [more] 14 Jul, 2010
Writedown of £5.6m at O'Brien coffee firm.
irishtimes.com - BB’S Coffee Muffins Holdings, a UK company ultimately owned by billionaire businessman Denis O’Brien and others, has written off or written down investments totalling £5.6 million (€6.7 million). ... [more] 13 Jul, 2010
Domino's effect is down to more than just a talent show.
scotsman.com - Pizza delivery brand Domino's has revealed a strong start to its silver jubilee year, with a forecast-beating 28.6 per cent rise in profits to £17.5 million - driven by demand for its products during the World Cup. ... [more] 13 Jul, 2010
Belvoir Lettings to launch its first office in South Wales.
thebfa.org - Later this year Ben Davies and Daisy Hewitt will open the doors of Belvoir Swansea, the first South Wales office for national lettings agency Belvoir. ... [more] 8 Jul, 2010
Marks & Spencer reports 3.6% rise in first quarter sales but warns of tough times ahead.
guardian.co.uk - Marc Bolland made his debut today as the new boss at Marks & Spencer with a set of strong trading figures and a warning that last month's emergency budget is likely to hit consumer spending. ... [more] 7 Jul, 2010
Rhythm Time Music Franchise Enquiries More Than Doubled In Six Months.
news.yahoo.com - Franchise ownership in the UK has continued to increase in the economic downturn. Rhythm Time franchises are no exception and enquiries to start a franchise have more than doubled in the last six months. ... [more] 4 Jul, 2010
O'Brien's outlets in UK to be wound up.
irishtimes.com - Two O’Brien's sandwich bar companies in Britain are set to be wound up after a year-long administration process that resulted in a £71,000 sterling payment to a secured creditor, Bank of Ireland. ... [more] 29 Jun, 2010
Belvoir gains recognition as the UK’s top lettings agency franchise.
thebfa.org - Belvoir is delighted to announce official recognition as the UK's Best Lettings Agency Franchise. This highly prestigious award was made at the 2010 Lettings Agency of the Year Awards... [more] 29 Jun, 2010
Leeds website firm's first franchise.
yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk - Decision2day.com (D2D), the Leeds-based home-improvement help web company, is to expand into the North-West with the sale of its first franchise. ... [more] 25 Jun, 2010
Appliance Repair Franchisee Keeps It in the Family.
ukpressreleases.co.uk - When Doncaster based Repair Engineer Clive Aiken was faced with finding a new employee for his Appliance Repair franchise he didn’t have to go far to find the right person, his Brother-in-law. ... [more] 24 Jun, 2010
Mothercare’s international arm has a growth spurt.
telegraph.co.uk - Over the past two years, growth in the international channel has seen the number of stores rise by almost 50pc to 728 in 51 countries. ... [more] 15 Jun, 2010
robertson technologies continues to grow with appointment of third franchisee.
thebfa.org - Romping its way through the recession, computer support company robertson technologies has awarded its third franchise of 2010 and is on course to complete its target of six by the end of the year. ... [more] 14 Jun, 2010
Care franchisor aims to double its numbers.
crainsmanchesterbusiness.co.uk - Despite cuts in public spending, a Warrington-based care business is aiming to double its franchises to 100 over the next 12 months. ... [more] 14 Jun, 2010
McDonald's Still Hungry for U.K. Growth.
businessweek.com - Revamped stores, more franchising, and staff training have already lifted sales in Britain. But Northern Europe chief Steve Easterbrook aims to gain more ground. ... [more] 10 Jun, 2010
Marks & Spencer chief's pay more than doubles to £4.3m.
guardian.co.uk - Sir Stuart Rose, who steps down as chief executive at the end of next month, rewarded with 140% increase in salary and bonuses despite lacklustre performance of group. ... [more] 10 Jun, 2010
Laura Ashley sees rise in UK sales.
google.com - Fashion and homewares retailer Laura Ashley has reported a successful start to its financial year after strong website sales boosted revenues. ... [more] 4 Jun, 2010
Children's Franchise Rhythm Time Set For Welsh Expansion.
news.yahoo.com - Set up in 1995, children’s franchise Rhythm Time first began franchising in 2000. In its tenth successful year as a children’s franchise group it is set to launch its latest franchise in Wales later this year. ... [more] 31 May, 2010
Rose unveils his final M&S profits before checking out.
guardian.co.uk - A new era got under way at Marks & Spencer today as chief executive Sir Stuart Rose unveiled his last set of annual profits before handing over to new boss Marc Bolland. ... [more] 25 May, 2010
Kabab Factory plans to enter Britain, S Asia.
ptinews.com - Restaurant chain The Great Kabab Factory today said it is scouting for partners in British and Southeast Asian markets to accelerate its overseas expansion. ... [more] 23 May, 2010
102 franchisees plan ODC claim.
printweek.com - Some 102 franchisees at Kall Kwik and Prontaprint have appointed franchise law specialists Field Fisher Waterhouse in a potential group claim against their franchisor On Demand Communications (ODC). ... [more] 21 May, 2010
Mothercare looks abroad for growth.
yorkshirepost.co.uk - Babycare retailer Mothercare today said strong growth overseas would offset a "more challenging" consumer climate in the UK this year. ... [more] 20 May, 2010
Alliance Boots reports big rise in profits.
news.bbc.co.uk - Health and beauty retailer Alliance Boots has announced a a pre-tax profit of £475m for the year to 31 March - up from £13m a year earlier. ... [more] 17 May, 2010
Promoting franchises could deliver prosperity if supported, say business experts.
scotsman.com - Scottish entrepreneurs could create thousands of jobs and earn more than £1.5 billion for the economy if more support was given to the franchise industry, according to business experts. ... [more] 16 May, 2010
Sir Stuart Rose admits he considered taking M&S private.
drapersonline.com - Sir Stuart Rose, the chairman of Marks & Spencer, has admitted he considered taking the chain private to allow it concentrate on long-term planning. ... [more] 12 May, 2010
M&S shareholders expect Marc Bolland to deliver rapid turnaround.
guardian.co.uk - Marc Bolland will walk into his new job as chief executive of Marks & Spencer tomorrow knowing two things: he has bagged the highest profile job on the high street – and one of the toughest. ... [more] 3 May, 2010
Survey shows franchises worth £0.4bn to Welsh economy.
walesonline.co.uk - Franchise businesses are worth around £0.4bn to the Welsh economy according to the latest research on the sector. ... [more] 30 Apr, 2010
Franchise Industry contributes £11.8bn to UK Economy despite Recession.
webwire.com - UK franchise businesses continue to grow and remain robust despite economic conditions, with the industry contributing £11.8 billion to the country’s GDP last year, an increase of £400 million from last... [more] 28 Apr, 2010
Place to be if you're in market for a franchise.
nebusiness.co.uk - More than 35 franchise businesses with licences available in the North East are coming together at a fair aimed at entrepreneurs and business service providers. The Great Northern Franchise Show... [more] 27 Apr, 2010
Fife franchise will be first to fly the flag for robertson technologies.
thebfa.org - robertson technologies has awarded its first franchise, extending the computer support business out of its Central Belt homelands and taking its lauded services to the SMEs of Fife. ... [more] 27 Apr, 2010
Pret a Manger plans more shop openings as sales rise.
news.bbc.co.uk - Sandwich and salads chain Pret a Manger has reported rising sales and said it plans to open a record number of new outlets this year. ... [more] 9 Apr, 2010
FDS see further growth in franchising with their 23rd edition of The UK Franchise Directory.
thebfa.org - The UK's franchise sector is set for an influx of new business start-ups and job opportunities through increased interest in franchising and a growing ambition to expand their networks, according to latest... [more] 7 Apr, 2010
JAG franchisees lash out at targets.
mobilenewscwp.co.uk - Retailer JAG is hit by claims from franchisees of unrealistic targets and difficult sales environments. ... [more] 29 Mar, 2010
Franchisee Makes BFA history.
news.yahoo.com - Signs Express (N. & N.E. Lincs) franchisee Ken Bevis has been elected as one of the first franchisees to sit on the British Franchise Association (BFA) board in its entire history. ... [more] 20 Mar, 2010
M&S boss Rose to take 25% pay cut.
news.bbc.co.uk - Marks and Spencer's chief executive and chairman Sir Stuart Rose will give up his executive role in July and take a 25% pay cut, the company has announced. ... [more] 18 Mar, 2010
French Connection sees its annual losses narrow.
news.bbc.co.uk - Struggling fashion retailer French Connection is selling its Nicole Farhi subsidiary as it reported that its annual loss had narrowed. ... [more] 15 Mar, 2010
Marks and Spencer's Sir Stuart Rose expects pay cut.
news.bbc.co.uk - Sir Stuart Rose, Marks and Spencer's chairman and chief executive, says he is ready to take a pay cut when he hands over part of his role. ... [more] 9 Mar, 2010
Female Franchise Celebrates International Womens Day.
prfire.co.uk - Female Franchise, the leading online franchise resource is celebrating International Womens Day, on 8th March, with a day full of celebrity interviews. ... [more] 8 Mar, 2010
Flat white froths up Costa Coffee's fortunes.
guardian.co.uk - Coffee popular in Australia and New Zealand has helped the chain increase sales by almost 10% ... [more] 4 Mar, 2010
M&S's Rose could go early, as he defends £15m Bolland.
independent.co.uk - Sir Stuart Rose hinted yesterday that he may step down early from the chairman's role at Mark's & Spencer, as he launched a robust defence of the £15m that the incoming chief executive, Marc Bolland, could... [more] 4 Mar, 2010
Yo! Sushi aims to be a big fish in Scotland.
timesonline.co.uk - If it wasn’t for Robin Rowland, the Scottish salmon farming industry would have probably collapsed a long time ago. ... [more] 28 Feb, 2010
No Letting Go Hosts First Awards Ceremony.
thebfa.org - No Letting Go, the UK's first and longest established inventory management franchise, hosted its first national conference recently. ... [more] 19 Feb, 2010
bfa Welcomes New Vice Chairman.
thebfa.org - Clive Houlston, Managing Director of national franchise network Mr Electric & Aire Serv, has been appointed as Vice Chairman of the British Franchise Association (bfa) Board of Directors. ... [more] 10 Feb, 2010
Baptism of Fire for Blazes Home-Based Franchisees.
thebfa.org - As the government's boiler scrappage initiative builds up a head of steam, Blazes Home Based Central Heating (HBCH) franchisee's phones have gone into meltdown. ... [more] 9 Feb, 2010
First bfa Qualification Launched to Recognise Excellence in Franchise Professionals.
thebfa.org - The British Franchise Association (bfa) is this month launching its first industry recognised qualification for franchise professionals, aimed at recognising expertise in franchising. ... [more] 8 Feb, 2010
2010 Brings Immediate Success.
thebfa.org - Rosemary Bookkeeping heads into 2010 with roaring success: not only are they officially BFA accredited, but they already have two new franchisees currently undergoing training! ... [more] 1 Feb, 2010
The £15m shopkeeper – golden hello for new M&S boss Marc Bolland.
guardian.co.uk - Marks & Spencer has struck a £15m deal with its new boss, Marc Bolland, that is thought to be one of the biggest golden hellos in corporate history. ... [more] 1 Feb, 2010
New starts urged to make the franchise connection.
belfasttelegraph.co.uk - A business development agency has called on budding Northern Ireland entrepreneurs to join a new scheme to help them tap into the £400m franchise market. ... [more] 29 Jan, 2010
McDonald's serves up record-breaking year.
independent.co.uk - The UK was McDonald's best performing major market last year as consumers were drawn to its value meals in the recession, the firm said today. ... [more] 22 Jan, 2010
TGI Friday's: Sale of UK restaurants on the menu.
independent.co.uk - The UK franchise of TGI Friday's, the American-themed ribs and steak restaurant chain, is to be put up for sale in the first half of this year. ... [more] 10 Jan, 2010
M&S returns to growth but figures disappoint City.
guardian.co.uk - An anaemic performance by Marks & Spencer's food business over the crucial Christmas sales period today took the gloss off the retailer's first quarter of sales growth in two years. ... [more] 6 Jan, 2010
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