2010 edition of The UK Franchise Directory

30th March 2010

The UKs 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 edition of The UK Franchise Directory.

The UK Franchise Directory publishes new statistics on the size of the UK franchise industry in its new 23rd edition. Among its findings are:
There are over 1,400 companies offering franchise opportunities.
The current number of franchised outlets in the UK is over 60,000.
Franchisors are seeking to grant a further 20,000 franchises to aspiring business owners across the UK to complete their networks.
The average investment requirement for a franchise business is 45,000.

In a user-friendly size, The UK Franchise Directory includes well-known brands such Orange, Rohan, ChipsAway and McDonalds who are looking to recruit franchise owners this year. This publication provides over 70 pages of essential advice and guidance from industry professionals while listing over 1,400 UK franchisors and almost 200 Irish franchisors. Franchise listings and opportunities are split into key business categories and there are further key findings published from the latest FDS Franchise Survey.

This award-winning directory is a fundamental research tool and is an absolute must read for anybody considering franchising.

The UK Franchise Directory 23rd edition is published by Franchise Development Services Ltd and is available for 25 (post free). You can order your copy today by calling 01603 620301