Industry News

One Month In: The UK Franchise Sector Reacts to the Burnham Government

BFA doubles down on youth franchising campaign at Ideas Fest 2026

BFA plans launch of toolkit as members back franchising education

“And the finalists are” – The BFA announces the names of the 2026 BFA HSBC UK British Franchise Awards 

Not local? Not cheap? The BFA busts franchising’s biggest misconceptions

One day, two milestones: EWIB and EWiF Awards join forces for the first time

And the 2026 EWiF Award winners are…

The stage is set: Homecare’s Got Talent 2026 reveals live semi-finals and grand final venue

The tigresses are coming: EWIB 2026 reveals its biggest ever agenda at Leicester Tigers

Started at the bottom, stayed at the top – BFA CEO celebrates 10 years in post and receives two industry accolades

The Search is On For The Best in Franchising – BFA launches 37th annual awards

UK Franchising Embraces AI – But the Real Results are Just Beginning

EWiF Award 2026 finalists are announced

The UK’s most heartwarming talent show is back

BFA announces strategic partnership with Constant Contact

Franchising’s finest honoured at EF100 Awards 2026

New BFA research shows flexibility attracts women into franchising

BFA survey shows strong business confidence across franchising heading into 2026

Encouraging Women into Franchising (EWiF) Awards Open for Entries

Historic appointment for BFA board

BREAKING NEWS: EWIB and EWiF Awards to combine

BFA reveals names of winners at the 2025 BFA HSBC UK British Franchise Awards

‘It’s a No-Brainer’: Why Smart Franchisors Are Bringing Junior Staff to the BFA Conference

One Stop launches improved Fresh range

UK Leads Europe with Standout Success at European Franchise Awards 2025 

British franchise brands dominate European franchise finals

BFA Welcomes 2,000th Franchisee Member, Marking a Milestone for UK Franchising

UK Franchise Body Holds Talks with Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister

BFA responds to Government debate on franchising with call for greater understanding

National Franchise Week Sees 2,000+ Miles Moved, £1,000 Raised and 100+ Brands Involved

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