Why does the UK franchising sector attract so many failed business models? Because the UK has no specific franchise regulation, anyone can sell a franchise without proving that the underlying business model actually works. Also, that it is sufficiently profitable...

For many franchisees in the UK, franchising begins with optimism. The promise of a proven business model, established brand, and ongoing support can be highly attractive, particularly to first-time business owners. However, when the reality of operating the...

The UK franchising industry has grown rapidly over the past two decades, but that growth has happened in a near-total regulatory vacuum. While franchising can be a legitimate and mutually beneficial commercial model, the absence of oversight has allowed serious...

Across the UK, children’s activity franchises have exploded in number over the past decade. From toddler music groups and baby sensory sessions to after-school foreign-language clubs and messy-play mornings, the market appears vibrant and full of opportunity. On...

In recent years, a new trend has emerged in the UK franchise market; the rise of non-territorial franchises. These franchises differ sharply from the traditional business format franchise model, which has long been the foundation of the sector’s success and...

The UK franchise industry has long been seen as a gateway to entrepreneurship—a model that offers the support and branding of an established business in exchange for investment and commitment. However, a growing number of franchisors have begun to distort the...

Across the UK, a growing number of young mothers are being drawn into a franchise dream that often turns into a financial and emotional nightmare. Promoted as a flexible business model that fits around childcare responsibilities, these franchises are marketed as...

Franchising is a significant sector in the UK economy, contributing billions of pounds annually and providing thousands of jobs. It enables entrepreneurs to start businesses with the support of an established brand, reducing risks associated with starting from...

It is inevitable that the vast majority of our clients are franchisees. This has allowed us to identify recurring issues that franchisees face when things go wrong. These challenges are not unique to any specific sector but shed light on the most vulnerable...

Of the roughly 1,000 business format franchises in the UK, many are excellent opportunities for building your own business. Unfortunately, some should be avoided at all costs. The best franchises are managed by professionals who carefully screen franchisee...