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Norfolk is to demonstrate its position as the franchising capital of Britain this week as business from across the county flock to the National Franchise Exhibition in Birmingham.

Among those Norfolk-based businesses taking part will be Signs Express and Tax Assist, both of whom have successfully expanded across the country.

Norwich law firm Leathes Prior will also be present for what will be its 20th time at the annual event. It will he helping to present a programme of seminars for aspiring entrepreneurs and industry experts.

Jonathan Chadd, a partner at Leathes Prior, told the Norfolk Eastern Daily Press that for many businesses in the area franchising has become a great way to secure the expansion they require.

"Here in Norwich there is not only the professional expertise required to assist businesses in establishing franchised structures, but a significant cluster of successful franchiser companies that demonstrate how effective franchising can be when undertaken properly."

Also at the National Franchise Exhibition will be Norwich-based Franchise Development Services; an organisation that helps local businesses to expand through franchising.

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