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Franchise Brands plc is delighted to be celebrating 10 successful years owning, operating and developing Ovenclean, the UK’s original network of oven cleaning specialists.   “Since acquiring the franchise back in 2008, we’ve been able to help so many franchisees from all different walks of life with our tried and tested business model.”  says Tim Harris, Managing Director of Ovenclean. “Becoming a full member of the BFA in 2015 was a great milestone for us. We’ve worked hard...

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Are you looking for a new family member? Perhaps you are not sure you have the time to toilet train or puppy proof the house?  Maybe you are not ready for chewed shoes or sleepless nights? Then why not consider adopting an older dog? Why adopt a Senior Pet? Senior dogs make loving, attentive, and compassionate companions. Their personalities are developed and settled, and they certainly know how to give cuddles! Being adult also means that their likes and dislikes are already know...

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Driver Hire, the leading transport & logistics recruitment franchise, is supporting Road Safety Week (November 19th – 25th). All of its 100 offices nationwide are being encouraged to share the message on cutting the number of deaths and injuries on UK roads, making them safer for everyone. A cyclist or motorcyclist is killed or seriously injured every hour on British roadsTwo wheeled transport users are 34 times more likely to be killed than car driversNearly 4 in 10 deaths on British roads inv...

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Professional housekeeping franchise, Bright & Beautiful, volunteered to spend the day at a Derby depot on 14 November to pack shoeboxes full of toys, clothes and supplies for Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan's Purse, to deliver gift-filled shoeboxes to over 146 million children in more than 100 countries. Toni Hibbert, franchise owner of Bright & Beautiful Derby has been involved with the charity on a personal level for five years, but this year she has involved her team of pro...

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Leading pizza franchise, Papa John’s has become a ‘hot favourite’ following its latest store opening within the franchise territory of Newmarket, the English town famed for its horse-racing heritage.Papa John’s franchisee within the Newmarket Franchise Territory Balwinder Bal stated: “We think our Newmarket store will be a winner!  Plus, we also have plans to open more Papa John’s locally and are currently researching suitable premises to get us off to a flying start.”Balwinder has spe...

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The Shakeaway warming Winter menu is back & available in stores now! There are 10 limited edition super special shakes for you to enjoy. Try them hot, they’re unbelievable!   The legendary pullover pam is back! Nutella & peanut butter topped with marshmallows. For all of those chocolate lovers, toasty tim combines a mix of choc chip cookie with curly wurly, topped with a flake. Or how about warming will? An enjoyable mix of horlicks & maltesers with a free topping of milky way...

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In recognition of its commitment to help military veterans transition into the workplace, Drain Doctor Plumbing based in the Anglia franchise territory has signed the Armed Forces Covenant to pledge that armed forces personnel, veterans, reservists and their families will be treated fairly by the business.  Drain Doctor Plumbing within the Anglia franchise territory is only the third plumbing company in the country to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and the signing acknowledge...

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OSCAR Pet Foods secures the purchase of 3,000 sq meters of warehousing and offices at Bannister Hall Mill in Higher Walton, Lancashire. The acquisition has provided flexibility and capacity for an expanding franchise pet food company which has recently launched its second franchise business - Leading the Way Pet Care. This positive move allows for improved distribution, franchise training and franchise support facilities. The dedicated commitment of the staff and its reliable thriving network...

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Leading pizza franchise, Papa John’s, has announced new franchisee Nazim Vadiwala has taken over the Leith Walk store within the Edinburgh franchise territory.  Nazim who worked for a rival pizza firm for 10 years now manages Leith Walk with the help of operations director: Syed Salman and a team of local staff. Nazim explains: “Syed and myself worked together for many years and we often discussed the possibility of running our own business but frustratingly there was simply nowhere to...

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Our Poole store has moved! We held a grand opening party on Saturday 10th November at our new bigger and better location (with lots more seating!) and the response was phenomenal! You’ll find us at 11 Falkland Square, Dolphin Shopping Centre, BH15 1ER.  All our amazing customers in Poole – a large coastal town - are yet again spoilt for choice at our new relocated store, with over 180 milkshake flavours & the newest addition to the Poole menu; Shakeaway’s lower fat crispy & tasty...

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The owners of the Poole franchise territory have brought in over £100,000 every month since January. They attribute their success to the power of the Dream Doors brand and the good reputation they have built up in their own area. Angela said: “Now that we’ve been doing this for eight years, we’re much smarter at what we’re doing. “We have our advertising channels in place, but to be honest we now generate a lot of business via recommendations and referrals. “We’ve got a great team of fitte...

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You asked … and we've delivered. Cats are known to go in search of a good meal, but for the discerning palate, our new grain-free recipe adds another meal to the OSCAR range of healthy and nutritious foods, enriching the lives of those who prefer choice. From kitten through to adult care and weight control, all the natural ingredients in OSCAR cat foods bring a wealth of benefits to suit the different life stages of a cat. But now with the addition of its new grain-free formula comes a...

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