Sandwich franchise Subway is aiming to create 1,300 new jobs by 2010 with the opening of 119 new stores. The chain claims it has overtaken McDonald's in this country, opening more than 181 outlets compared with the global fast food chain’s 97 stores.

Under current conditions in the market, if a company can not be successful to introduce its product in a right way and communicate it to correct masses, it is not so possible for that company to become successful and continue its entity in the sector, notwithstanding how its product is good and high quality.

US hotel giant Choice Hotels has revealed plans to grow its Clarion brand throughout the UK and Europe. The company has signed a deal with Irish developer Kasterlee Limited to launch at least 16 new four star Clarion Hotel franchises in Europe, including one in London and others in Italy, Germany and Russia.

Buckingham Town Council has supported a planning application which could see national chain Costa Coffee come to the town.

If you are considering buying a franchise then visiting The Irish Franchise Exhibition in Dublin will seriously help you to kick start your franchising future.