Gordon Banks, a former Labour Shadow Minister has joined fellow members of the BMF (Builders Merchants Federation) to raise concerns with Government over the impact of proposed changes to business taxation both on the future of the building materials sector and growth in the wider UK economy. Banks, who served …
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Porcelain and stone paving supplier Global Stone Paving is bringing in an innovative new packaging solution for all its Indian porcelain ranges across both Global Stone and Digby Stone brands from January 2025. The new minimalist packaging consists of plastic corners that are made from recycled plastic and that are …
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Joe Tipper, director at Tippers, the independent builders merchant serving the West Midlands, has been announced as the fourth and final member of an illustrious Industry Panel at the BMF All Industry Conference 2025. After leaving Warwick Business School, Joe qualified as a Chartered Accountant with PwC before moving into …
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Timber and Builders merchant James Cordiner & Son Limited, of Aberdeen, has been awarded a Royal Warrant for goods supplied to His Majesty The King. A 5th generation family owned and run business, Cordiners is one of the oldest family businesses in Scotland. Managing Director Stuart J A Cordiner said “I was …
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Kent-based independent plumber & heating merchant and bathroom showroom business Thompson and Leigh has bought fellow independent merchant business Drakes Plumbing Supplies Ltd. in a pre-pack deal from administrators Quantuma. Founded in 1983, Drakes brings Thompson & Leigh seven plumbing and heating counters, six of which also have bathroom showrooms, …
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Tippers, the family-run independent Midlands-based builders’ merchant, has acquired three branches from independent builders merchant BPS (Building & Plumbing Supplies), based in Leamington Spa. The three branches, located in Bidford, Shipston, and Southam, are the next step in Tippers’ journey of growth and commitment to serving the local building community. …
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Travis Perkins has announced the opening of its new Coventry South branch, located on Sir Henry Parkes Road in Canley. The new branch, which also includes a Tool Hire service and a Benchmarx kitchen showroom, marks the latest step in the company’s strategy to expand its network of larger, more …
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The Construction Leadership Council’s (CLC) Material Supply Chain Group has issued its final statement for 2024, revealing that while product availability remains good overall, the construction sector continues to face a number of challenges. These include ongoing supply chain issues, fluctuations in demand, and concerns over the health of key …
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Dulux Decorator Centre joins the BMF (Builders Merchants Federation) as an affiliate member on January 1 2025, further strengthening the trade body’s Painting, Decorating and Building Chemicals member category. Dulux Decorator Centre, part of AkzoNobel, is the UK’s largest paint and decorating merchant with a network of over 230 stores …
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As the kitchen and bathroom industry navigates economic uncertainties, Häfele is stepping up to help its customers build resilience and prepare for an anticipated market recovery in 2025. Häfele’s support focuses on four areas: stock and speed of supply, support services, range expansion and product innovation to aid differentiation. “As …
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