20 of the UK's best franchisees have been announced as finalists for the bfa HSBC Franchisee of the Year Awards 2016. Recognising "the highest standards, performance and business excellence of entrepreneurs across the country, the shortlist includes franchises such as O2, Tutor Doctor and McDonald's.

The 20 franchising entrepreneurs will present to a judging panel of industry experts on 13 and 14 July 2016 with the winners announced on Thursday 29 September at Birmingham Town Hall.