John Newcomb, currently CEO of builders merchants trade association the Builders Merchants Federation is to step up to the new role of Executive Chairman from October 1, as the organisation recruits a new CEO. The new Executive Chair role replaces the existing non-executive position, and will combine governance responsibilities with …
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Data Yard, the industry data pool established by BMF and NMBS, has had another 30 suppliers sign up to share their product data on the platform. The latest suppliers include Etex Building Performance, Marshalls Plc, Unilin Insulation, Velux, and Wavin UK. Their product data will be available on the platform …
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Landscaping, building, and roofing provider Marshalls will be the headline sponsor of the BMF All Industry Conference in 2027. Marshalls is recognised for its product development, aimed at contributing to a more sustainable and resilient future. BMF CEO John Newcomb, said: “We are delighted to confirm Marshalls as the …
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The BMF (Builders Merchants Federation) has secured Andrew Griffith MP, the Conservative Shadow Secretary of State for Business & Trade, to speak at two of the trade body’s significant events in 2026. He will address guests at the BMF Parliamentary Reception on 25 February and deliver a keynote speech at …
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MP for Stretford & Urmston, Andrew Western, visited Henshaws Roofing & Building Supplies to see how the merchant helps constituents to build new homes and improve existing ones. This visit was arranged by the Builders Merchants Federation as part of its industry and parliament programme to show MPs the role …
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The BMF (Builders Merchants Federation) has launched Building Materials Jobs, a free online recruitment support service. The addition of a dedicated “Search for Jobs” tab, located at the top of every page on the website, BMCareers.com, provides instant access to all current job vacancies, which can be searched by location, …
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Toby Perkins, MP for Chesterfield, visited Huws Gray Building Supplies to see how merchants are preparing to supply the materials & products necessary to help to build 1½ million new homes, and improve resilience against flooding. Touring the branch, Perkins was welcomed by Mark Walters (area director), David Oldfield (branch …
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MKM Building Supplies welcomed Emma Hardy MP to its Anlaby branch on October 17 as part of Flood Action Week. The visit aimed to highlight the vital role builders’ merchants play in improving property-level flood resilience across the UK. The MP visited the branch to learn more about the …
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The BMF (Builders Merchants Federation) has been recognised for outstanding leadership in apprenticeships and skills. At a ceremony at the House of Lords, BMF CEO John Newcomb was presented with the National Home Improvement Council’s (NHIC) prestigious Stunell Award. Named in honour of Sir Andrew Stunell, a long-standing advocate for sustainable …
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Paul Bristow, Mayor of Cambridgeshire & Peterborough, visited David Smith in St Ives, a 65-year old joinery and timber engineering business, to see its contribution to homes, commercial & public buildings. The visit was arranged by the Builders Merchants Federation as part of its industry and parliament programme, to show politicians …
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