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Radfield Home Care Shortlisted For Two British Franchise Awards



Radfield Home Care has been named a finalist in two categories at the 2026 BFA HSBC UK British Franchise Awards.


The home care franchise is in the running for Franchisor of the Year - Expanding and Franchise Support, reflecting the growth of its UK network and the investment made in helping franchise partners build stronger businesses.


Founded by siblings Dr Hannah MacKechnie and Alex Green, Radfield has grown to 36 offices, supporting more than 1,100 clients and employing 840 care professionals. Network turnover has more than doubled from £10.3m in 2022 to £24.7m in 2025.


Radfield’s double shortlisting is underpinned by its ASCENT Pathway, which provides commercial and operational support at each stage of a franchise partner’s development. The company was also recognised in both 2022 and 2025, receiving the Princess Royal Training Award for its support of franchisees. Its collaborative approach and robust process have led to every Radfield office inspected by the Care Quality Commission being rated Good or Outstanding, with 33% holding an overall Outstanding rating.


Alex Green, co-founder and CEO of Radfield Home Care, said:

“Being shortlisted in both categories shows how far the network has come. Growth and support have to go together. Opening more offices means little unless franchise partners are building strong businesses, creating local jobs and delivering consistent care."

“When we won Emerging Franchisor of the Year in 2019, we were still putting much of the structure behind the network in place. Since then, our franchise partners and national office team have worked hard to build a model that gives each business the support it needs at every stage.”


Julie Scott, owner of Radfield Home Care Chester & Ellesmere Port, grew turnover from £760,000 in 2024 to £1.1m in 2025, an increase of 44%. She said:

“The support from Radfield’s national office has developed with the business. In the earlier stages, we needed help with building local demand and putting the right systems in place. As we have grown, the conversations have moved towards performance, team structure and where we go next."

“The team understands where we are and will challenge us on what needs to improve. That has helped us grow without losing sight of the quality of care we provide.”


Radfield has received four consecutive five-star franchisee satisfaction ratings from WorkBuzz. Staff turnover across the network is 14%, compared to a sector average of 29%. Additionally, 95% of clients surveyed in 2025 said they would recommend the company.


It was also awarded the Gold award for Most Outstanding National Home Care Group and Franchise Network at the 2026 Home Care Awards. The BFA HSBC UK British Franchise Awards will be announced at Telford International Centre on 12 November 2026.

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Updated: Dec 28, 2023

Baileys has been crowned as the nation’s favourite festive tipple, with 47% of Brits naming it as their Christmas drink of choice.


The results form part of a survey of over 1,000 people by liquor infused ice cream company LiQ, with Baileys beating the likes of prosecco, mulled wine and seasonal coffees or hot chocolates to take the top spot.


The study also found Christmas pudding to be Brits’ festive dessert of choice, garnering 31% of votes. And, not content with just enjoying the popular Irish cream brand as a drink, over a quarter of respondents stated they prefer Baileys infused cream as their Christmas pudding accompaniment of choice, second only to the traditional option of custard.


The festive survey follows the launch of LiQ’s new range of ice cream pralines which bring together two British Christmas favourites – Baileys and ice cream.


Jorgo Struyve, co-founder of LiQ, said: “Baileys has become synonymous with the festive season for many Brits in recent years, so it was not surprising it claimed the top spot. It’s become an iconic part of many people’s festive celebrations, whether they prefer to have it poured over some ice while sitting by the fire, a splash in their hot drink or drizzled over their Christmas pudding, there are so many ways to enjoy Baileys. That’s why we couldn’t think of a more perfect combination for our new pralines."


“Our new Baileys ice-cream pralines, offer another exciting way for Brits to enjoy their favourite tipple this Christmas. They can be enjoyed on their own or as an accompaniment to their Christmas pudding or favourite dessert, making them the perfect way to celebrate the festive season.”

The results of LiQ’s festive survey are also backed up by Google data which found that searches for Baileys recipes peak around the festive months, with 12,100 searches for Baileys recipes last December, compared to an average of 2,100 searches each month. Last December also marked an increase in searches by 17%, compared to December 2021 which saw 9,900 searches for Baileys recipes, showing Brits still can’t enough of the creamy Irish cream drink.


The bitesize treats are indulgent bites of smooth vanilla ice cream, infused with Baileys and enrobed in crisp Belgian milk chocolate, with an Irish cream heart.


Made to be enjoyed on their own or as a special dessert accompaniment, the ice cream pralines are ready to eat straight from the box for the perfect festive treat.


Launched in 2017 by co-founders Jorgo Struyve and Nicolas Destoop when they were students, the idea for LiQ’s ice cream pralines came from the pair wanting to market an ice cream experience for adults. The brand focuses on offering indulgent experiences through its strong partnerships with global alcohol brands such as Baileys.


Since its launch, LiQ has enjoyed immense success internationally, with its pralines stocked in more than 6,000 shops across eight countries, cementing the brand as one of the leaders in the alcohol infused ice cream market.


LiQ Baileys pralines are currently available in over 300 Morrisons stores across the nation, as well as all COSTCO stores and through delivery service Ocado.




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