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The BFA
Influencing success in franchising through standards, representation and education since 1977
About The BFA
The BFA is the self-regulatory body for the UK franchise sector. It defines and promotes ethical franchising practice and standards in the UK, which anyone entering the sector - as a franchisee or franchisor - should research carefully. The BFA is a standards-based organisation: franchisors and professional advisers working in the sector must satisfy an accreditation process to join. Franchisees of member franchisors are encouraged to join the BFA and are represented on its board of directors. If you have any questions on UK franchising then don't hesitate to get in touch. Twitter: @BFA_UK Facebook: British Franchise Association
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Signals from The BFA
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Presence & Recognition
The BFA welcomed Constant Contact back as co-headline sponsor of the BFA Annual Conference 2026 for the second consecutive year.
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Presence & Recognition
The BFA and Elite Franchise are bringing The Franchise Launchpad to Ideas Fest on 9–10 September
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Presence & Recognition
The BFA member milestone recognises Bodystreet UK celebrating 10 years as UK master franchisee.
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Presence & Recognition
The BFA will bring the franchise community together on 12 November 2026 to recognize this year’s finalists and reveal the next group of winners.
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Presence & Recognition
The BFA Academy's Specialist Education programme AI Unlocked: Part 2 is scheduled for 21 October 2026 at PUSH Group HQ in London.
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Presence & Recognition
The BFA Member Milestones recognises Little Dreams Consulting's 10-year franchise milestone and the people helping shape its next chapter.
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Presence & Recognition
The BFA hosted a Power Hour event with over 45 attendees in September.
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Presence & Recognition
The BFA is exhibiting at The National Franchise Exhibition 2026 at Stand J110 at the NEC in Birmingham on 2 and 3 October.
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Presence & Recognition
The BFA Academy is hosting the Performance Seminar 2026 on Tuesday 15 September at NatWest Birmingham, focusing on improving franchise performance across franchised businesses and wider networks.
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Presence & Recognition
The BFA and Elite Franchise will host The Franchise Launchpad at Ideas Fest 2026 on 9–10 September.
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