Welcome to Family Business UK

The UK’s largest organisation dedicated to representing, supporting and championing family businesses.

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Annual Conference 2027

9 to 11 June 2027, Edinburgh 

Join family business owners, leaders and future leaders from across the UK for three days of honest conversations, practical insight and valuable connections. 

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Membership

Membership of FBUK brings a wealth of benefits to support you in owning and managing a family business.

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FBUK Magazine

Our magazine is essential reading for anyone looking for a glimpse into the world of family businesses.

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Policy Agenda

We want policymakers to adopt a FAMILY-first approach to support Britain’s family businesses

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Family Business Week 2026

Family Business Week 2026 takes place from 23–27 November 2026 and celebrates the role family-owned businesses in the UK play in driving local growth across the UK.

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Who we are

A growing movement of family run business owners working to create a more prosperous and sustainable future for generations to come.

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What we do

We amplify the voice of the family run business, advocate for the family business model, and apply thought leadership to drive sustainable success.

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Latest news

October 29, 2026

Company distribution reforms: what family businesses need to know

By Fiona Graham, Chief Operating Officer Recent press reports suggested that proposed changes to the taxation of company distributions could result…

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October 28, 2026

FBUK Responds to Budget 2026

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October 23, 2026

Government takes forward key recommendations developed with Family Business UK to cut red tape

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What our Members say

“Family Business UK is vital to the family business community.

This wonderful network enables meaningful sharing of relevant business advice and knowledge.

FBUK allows us to harness our collective experience and skills for the greater good.”

Adam Clark
Arnold Clark

“We have been members of FBUK since its original inception, in 2001.

Over the years the academic input at events and, even more so, the conversations with other members, have helped us frame our thinking around family governance.

The friendships we have made within the network are enduring, and cross the generations.”

Bella Hoare
C Hoare & Co

“A heartfelt thanks to Family Business UK for championing the spirit of family businesses.

Your dedication to empowering generations of businesses with wisdom, support, and a shared vision of success has an lasting impact.

We deeply appreciate your role in nurturing growth and fostering a sense of community within the UK’s family business landscape.”

Caroline Payne
CJ Lang

“Unbelievable.

It is the best word to sum up the amount of knowledge we have learnt from attending FBUK events regarding both family governance and succession planning.

The family and company now have a stronger foundation to face the future.”

Geoffrey Bibby
Bibby Line

“We have found access to a community of like-minded people to be of significant value.

It is good to be able to speak with peers who understand your challenges.

We’ve faced specific employment challenges in the hospitality sector. By talking to others in a similar situation, I was able to gain wider insight, and picked up some very innovative approaches to help resolve the issues.”

Guy Turvill
Swiss Laundry

“At Archwood Group, we have found being members of Family Business UK invaluable over the past few years.

It has enabled us to share experiences with other family businesses around a number of key topics including pension fund management, insurance renewals and leadership team incentive structures.

The network of members covers a vast number of sectors which enables us to gain insights across a diverse spectrum of industries.”

Josh Burbidge
Archwood Group

“We have been continually impressed with the vision and support provided by FBUK to family businesses of all sizes and from across industries in the UK.

FBUK has provided our business with great networking opportunities and provided a platform to share ideas, as we have gone through significant growth and change over the years.”

Karen Greenshields
GAP Group

“Family businesses: Building a legacy, not just a profit.

Family-owned businesses are driven by more than just financial gain; they’re about creating a lasting legacy for future generations. Strong family bonds are the foundation for success, fostering a sense of shared purpose and commitment that extends beyond profit margins.

FBUK offers valuable insights for family business owners looking to grow their enterprises while preserving their unique family heritage.”

Prof Maurizio Bragagni
Tratos Group

“We have been members of the IFB, now FBUK since its inception.

It is the only place that we meet, explore and discuss family business issues with family business people.

Family Business UK remains, to us, the best and most valuable gathering point for family business debates.”

Nick Linney
Linney Group

“We joined FBUK 10 years ago and have attended every conference, and a number of regional events, which are all very stimulating.

Next year we are proposing to take a party of seven to the conference and are confident that the time and expense will, as ever, be well rewarded.”

Warren Haskins
Haskins Garden Centres

Upcoming events

Community Event

Location: London

Date: 5 November 2026, 6:00 pm

Chairs Community Dinner

About An opportunity for FBUK Chairs’ Community to come together to network, share perspectives and discuss live topics faced by those in Chair (or…

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Community Event

Location: London

Date: 10 November 2026, 8:00 am

Family Office Community: Communication Roundtable

Join the first meeting of our newly launched Family Office Community. Whether you already have a family office, work within one, or are considering…

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Partner Event
KPMG Logo

Location: Nationwide

Date: 11 November 2026, 8:30 am

Accounting, Tax and Legal updates

Accounting, Tax & Legal (ATL) Update Events will be taking place across the UK throughout November and December. These sessions will explore the…

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Family Business Week

Location: Manchester

Date: 12 November 2026, 4:00 pm

Family Business Forum 2026: place-based growth: powering Britain’s local economies

How family businesses drive regional prosperity, innovation and long-term growth As the UK prepares to celebrate Family Business Week, NatWest is…

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