The British Franchise Association Articles

It’s well known that business format franchising offers a safer route into selfemployment and business ownership. It achieves this through the use of proven business systems and the prestige of an...

If you’ve picked up this magazine, it’s likely you’re interested in exploring selfemployment by investing in a franchised business. It can be daunting to decide which brand is worthy of your investment,...

You’ve discovered a franchise concept that promises you the opportunity to be your own boss. You’ve started to look into the options available to you in the franchising sector. You may...

The British Franchise Association has been representing franchisors since 1977. Initially set up as a platform to represent ethical business format franchising, this meant those businesses with a viable proposition could...

Gone are the days of the authoritative voice ruling the business roost. People management is an art and one many senior managers have yet to master. When done right, teams can...

Homecare provider Bluebird Care was named Franchisor of the Year at the British Franchise Association HSBC Franchise Awards 2017, which took place at the International Convention Centre in Birmingham last night. A...

On March 13-17 the British Franchise Association hosted International Franchise Week, with delegates attending the World Franchise Council and the bfa’s International Franchising Symposium in London. The week commenced with the WFC...

With no franchise specific legislation in the UK, the British Franchise Association is the self regulatory body for the £15 billion sector. Last year bfa members voted to adopt the new European...