http://franchisedirect.co.uk Barclays Bank have announced details of their upcoming Lets Talk seminars. Aimed at small business owners, these seminars are to be provided free of charge in 35 locations across the UK. The seminars will be developed by business experts with experience in helping businesses through downturns and implementing change to counteract the downturn. We believe that these seminars will be very valuable to small business owners and are a great opportunity to get advice on how best to run your business during the current economic downturn. And heres a fresh way to counteract the recession! Franchise Direct have announced details of their summer sale! Franchise Direct is running a Recession Buster Season from May 1st until August 31st 2009, during which a large number of businesses will be offering discounted franchise and business opportunities and special offers. Visit the Recession Buster Campaign directory to discover the great opportunities available today.In this weeks episode of Franchise Update, we report on upcoming small business seminars as well as a new exclusive offer from Franchise Direct.