The final episode of Dragons’ Den Series 22 airs tonight, closing out a season which has spanned 10 months.
Tonight, a diverse lineup of entrepreneurs tackling everything from inclusivity in dancewear to everyday household frustrations and sustainable tech will appear on the hit BBC show.
As ever, Peter Jones, Deborah Meaden, Sara Davies, Steven Bartlett and Touker Suleyman will decide whether any of the founders have what it takes to secure investment.
Inclusive dancewear for every skin tone
First into the Den are Nottingham-based co-founders Laura Grant and Stacey Green, creators of Shades, a dancewear brand designed to celebrate diversity.
Launched in 2023, Shades offers dancewear in four tones – Pearl, Raven, Uday and Bojangles – covering light to deep complexions.
The brand’s range includes children’s tights, socks and belts, as well as adult ballet shoes and convertible tights.
The sticky tape you can actually see
Next up is Nottinghamshire entrepreneur Rajan Bhojwani, an eye surgeon turned inventor who is taking on one of life’s small but frustrating challenges with his product SeeTheTape.
The concept is simple – instead of the usual light cardboard core, SeeTheTape is wound around a dark one, making it easier to spot where the tape ends.
Bhojwani launched the brand in 2024, saying the darker background helps the eye naturally detect contrast more easily.
A two-pack of rolls currently retails for £5.99 on Amazon and he’s hoping the Dragons will think that the idea can stick.
A mobile network with a conscience
Andy Aitken and Josh Mihill enter the Den with Honest Mobile, the UK’s first certified B Corporation mobile network, and one built on sustainability and transparency.
Founded in 2019, Honest Mobile gives 1% of its revenue to environmental causes and is officially carbon negative.
Its key feature, the Smart SIM, is a data-only eSIM that connects to whichever of the UK’s four major networks – EE, O2, Three or Vodafone – offers the strongest signal when your main SIM drops out.
Starting from £3.75 per month, the plan offers unlimited data on 500+ supported apps and free roaming in more than 180 countries.
Honest also rewards loyal users with monthly bill discounts, encouraging customers to stay for the long term.
Mapping accessibility through tech
Rounding off both the episode and the series is Simon Sansome, founder of the free accessibility app Snowball.
Launched in 2022, the platform allows users to find, rate and review public spaces based on accessibility features such as wheelchair access, disabled toilets, sensory-friendly environments and staff awareness.
Businesses can also apply for Snowball certification after an accessibility assessment, helping to build a nationwide map of inclusive venues.