{"id":28037,"date":"2026-03-09T14:34:01","date_gmt":"2026-03-09T14:34:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/?p=28037"},"modified":"2026-03-09T14:34:01","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T14:34:01","slug":"betterclean-services-celebrates-at-2026-annual-conference","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/betterclean-services-celebrates-at-2026-annual-conference\/","title":{"rendered":"Betterclean Services Celebrates at 2026 Annual Conference"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> &lt; 1<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minute<\/span><\/span><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-28036 alignright\" title=\"bcs conf 2026 9419 (1)\" src=\"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9419-1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"bcs conf 2026 9419 (1)\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9419-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9419-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9419-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9419-1-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9419-1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9419-1-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9419-1-1259x840.jpg 1259w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9419-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9419-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9419-1-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9419-1-1392x928.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9419-1-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9419-1-1920x1281.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>January marked another highlight in the Betterclean Services calendar, as franchise owners from across the network came together for the 2026 Annual Conference and Awards Evening,\u00a0 a day that combined strategic insight, shared learning, and well-deserved celebration.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-28038 alignleft\" title=\"bcs conf 2026 9305\" src=\"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9305-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"bcs conf 2026 9305\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9305-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9305-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9305-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9305-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9305-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9305-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9305-1259x840.jpg 1259w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9305-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9305-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9305-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9305-1392x928.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9305-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/bcs-conf-2026-9305-1920x1281.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>This year&#8217;s theme of resilience, innovation, and the future set the tone for a packed programme of sessions and discussion. Franchise owners received updates on the continued strength and growth of the network, explored new initiatives on the horizon, and took part in open conversations about the opportunities and challenges shaping the commercial cleaning industry. The sessions were designed to be practical and forward-thinking, giving franchisees real takeaways to apply in their businesses as the landscape continues to evolve.<\/p>\n<p>The evening closed on a high note with the Annual Awards, a chance to pause and recognise the hard work, commitment, and outstanding results delivered across the network over the past year. The awards celebrated milestones and standout performances, while also acknowledging the collective dedication that makes Betterclean Services such a strong community to be part of.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-28039\" title=\"Bristol and Bath Award Photo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Bristol-and-Bath-Award-Photo-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Bristol and Bath Award Photo\" width=\"231\" height=\"173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Bristol-and-Bath-Award-Photo-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Bristol-and-Bath-Award-Photo-560x420.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Bristol-and-Bath-Award-Photo-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Bristol-and-Bath-Award-Photo-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Bristol-and-Bath-Award-Photo-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Bristol-and-Bath-Award-Photo-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Bristol-and-Bath-Award-Photo-265x198.jpg 265w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Bristol-and-Bath-Award-Photo-530x396.jpg 530w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Bristol-and-Bath-Award-Photo.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 231px) 100vw, 231px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-28040\" title=\"IMG 0817 (1)\" src=\"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"IMG 0817 (1)\" width=\"233\" height=\"175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-560x420.jpeg 560w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-1120x840.jpeg 1120w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-80x60.jpeg 80w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-160x120.jpeg 160w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-150x113.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-600x450.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-696x522.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-1392x1044.jpeg 1392w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-1068x801.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-1920x1440.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-265x198.jpeg 265w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_0817-1-530x396.jpeg 530w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 233px) 100vw, 233px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-28041\" title=\"Patrick with Award (1)\" src=\"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patrick-with-Award-1-300x211.jpg\" alt=\"Patrick with Award (1)\" width=\"249\" height=\"175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patrick-with-Award-1-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patrick-with-Award-1-1024x722.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patrick-with-Award-1-768x541.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patrick-with-Award-1-1536x1083.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patrick-with-Award-1-2048x1444.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patrick-with-Award-1-596x420.jpg 596w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patrick-with-Award-1-1192x840.jpg 1192w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patrick-with-Award-1-150x106.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patrick-with-Award-1-600x423.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patrick-with-Award-1-696x491.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patrick-with-Award-1-1392x981.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patrick-with-Award-1-1068x753.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patrick-with-Award-1-1920x1354.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patrick-with-Award-1-100x70.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Patrick-with-Award-1-200x140.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 249px) 100vw, 249px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Events like this are a reminder of what makes the Betterclean Services network distinctive, not just a shared brand, but a genuine community of business owners who are invested in each other&#8217;s success. With a clear vision for the year ahead, the network left energised and ready for what 2026 has in store.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>January marked another highlight in the Betterclean Services calendar, as franchise owners from across the network came together for the 2026 Annual Conference and Awards Evening,\u00a0 a day that combined strategic insight, shared learning, and well-deserved celebration. 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