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<p>Since the launch of the franchising programme in March 2013, the Department has
introduced a series of measures aimed at increasing the number of companies in the
market.</p><p> </p><p>Working with UKTI and other partners in Government, we have
been actively seeking potential new entrants. We have engaged closely with a number
of companies that are looking to join the market and have provided advice on the conditions
and qualities of our market so they can begin the process of entry.</p>
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