New Franchising Code of Conduct: Table of key changes

Past Notice
Written By Kate Melville

Treasury has published a table which explains changes to the Franchising Code of Conduct that start from 1 April 2025. This follows the Code being recently remade.  

The new Code is similar to the current 2014 Code but has some changes. Key changes include: 

  • simpler rules and formatting 

  • easier pre-entry and renewal processes 

  • faster termination for serious misconduct 

  • better protections for franchisees 

  • more ways to encourage good behaviour. 

The government will release technical guidance on the Franchise Disclosure Register on 1 April 2025. 

Kate Melville
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