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A fire safety firm is expecting red-hot success after appointing a new franchisee to strengthen its presence in Manchester. Jackson Fire and Security, which has 13 franchise sites across the UK, has recruited Middleton-based Paul Hogg to ensure more businesses in the region are equipped with up-to-date building safety solutions. With strong links in Manchester having previously worked as a site engineer in the Arndale Centre, Paul is eager to further extend the franchise’s reach across the r...

Elliott Robinson of oven cleaning service Ovenu Solihull was one of the first to respond to an appeal from local food bank Community Essentials, which almost closed last year after its resources were drained by rocketing fuel bills and operating costs.The volunteer-run organisation is already experiencing a 50% increase in demand for its emergency food parcels, and currently supplies 100 to 120 food parcels a week across Solihull and south Birmingham and expects that demand to rise in the run-up...

Jonathan Fry is enjoying a record start to the year as he marks the 20th anniversary of his business, Ovenu Bolton.During his two decades with Ovenu, the UK’s largest oven cleaning franchise, Jonathan estimates to have restored the sparkle to more than 13,000 ovens.2022 also proved a record year as more clients sought to avoid large outlays during the cost-of-living crisis by having their oven regularly cleaned to help extend its life span.Jonathan, from Westhoughton, said: “It’s difficult to be...

Julie Anson-Boynton is focused on building up her business having signed a new five year franchise agreement for Ovenu Lichfield.Julie, who says being her own boss has allowed her to take control of both her life and career, had no hesitation in renewing the agreement with Ovenu, the UK’s largest established oven cleaning network.Since establishing Ovenu Lichfield in 2018 she has built up a strong client base and enjoys high levels of repeat business, much of it through personal recommendation.H...

Derek Lancaster is marking the 20th anniversary of oven cleaning business Ovenu Darlington having achieved a high level of repeat clients.The former RAF chef, who has an active data base of 6,000 customers, has completed 2,359 oven cleans over the past four years – of which 1,510 were repeat clients.Derek, who covers an area incorporating Northallerton, Leyburn, Barnard Castle, Newton Aycliffe, Bishop Auckland, and Darlington, puts the impressive figure down to simply delivering a quality servic...

Agency Express, the largest provider of professional estate agency board services in the UK has won the Franchisor of the Year – Gold award at the 2023 BFA HSBC British Franchise Awards. Founded in 1977 and with a strapline of ‘Discover Your Tomorrow’ the BFA (British Franchise Association), is the hub of franchising in the UK. The association strives to brighten people’s futures by showcasing the opportunities for businesses and individuals to transform their lives through franchising, whils...