# Drowned manager's family seeks 'Adrian's law' for franchisee protection

The family of a former Vodafone manager who was found drowned is calling for a new law named after him to improve legal protections for franchisees. The tragedy has sparked a campaign to prevent similar incidents and ensure greater accountability in franchise agreements.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/jul/26/vodafone-adrian-howe-adrians-law-protect-franchisees) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 06:00:03 GMT