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Merchant sector responds to new PM’s pledges on housing and vocational training

|Date: 29 Jul 2026

Merchant sector responds to new PM’s pledges on housing and vocational training

Since assuming office, new Prime Minister Andy Burnham has indicated a commitment to construction and hou ...

Since assuming office, new Prime Minister Andy Burnham has indicated a commitment to construction and housing delivery including greater emphasis on skills and vocational training. PBM considers respo ...

29 Jul 2026
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Hannah Spencer MP visits new Henshaws branch in Denton

|Date: 28 Jul 2026

Hannah Spencer MP visits new Henshaws branch in Denton

Hannah Spencer MP has visited Henshaws Roofing & Building Supplies' recently opened branch in Denton as p ...

Hannah Spencer MP has visited Henshaws Roofing & Building Supplies' recently opened branch in Denton as part of an ongoing BMF programme. ...

28 Jul 2026
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Six merchants shortlisted for BMF Training Company of the Year

|Date: 13 Jul 2026

Six merchants shortlisted for BMF Training Company of the Year

The Builders Merchants Federation has announced the six companies nominated for the prestigious BMF Train ...

The Builders Merchants Federation has announced the six companies nominated for the prestigious BMF Training Company of the Year 2026 title. ...

13 Jul 2026
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“Subdued demand and ongoing challenges” outlined in latest CLC Material Supply Chain Group bulletin

|Date: 09 Jul 2026

“Subdued demand and ongoing challenges” outlined in latest CLC Material Supply Chain Group bulletin

The latest CLC statement highlights ongoing challenges relating to higher input costs, weak consumer conf ...

The latest CLC statement highlights ongoing challenges relating to higher input costs, weak consumer confidence and ongoing economic and political uncertainty. ...

09 Jul 2026
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Wrekin boosts customer support with opening of new Civils Hub

|Date: 07 Jul 2026

Wrekin boosts customer support with opening of new Civils Hub

Wrekin and Geoworks have has opened a brand-new customer experience centre to showcase UK-based manufactu ...

Wrekin and Geoworks have has opened a brand-new customer experience centre to showcase UK-based manufacturing excellence. ...

07 Jul 2026
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BMF backs Regional Building Foundation

|Date: 30 Jun 2026

BMF backs Regional Building Foundation

BMF backs Regional Building Foundation to help deliver more high-quality homes and stronger communities. ...

BMF backs Regional Building Foundation to help deliver more high-quality homes and stronger communities. ...

30 Jun 2026
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CPD Accreditation secured for BMF Campus Building Block Programme

|Date: 25 Jun 2026

CPD Accreditation secured for BMF Campus Building Block Programme

The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) and its learning technology partner Cortexa have announced “signi ...

The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) and its learning technology partner Cortexa have announced “significant milestone” for its flagship Building Block training programme, available online through ...

25 Jun 2026
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BMF “downgrades building materials sales forecast for 2026”

|Date: 15 Jun 2026

BMF “downgrades building materials sales forecast for 2026”

Citing “geopolitical uncertainty, subdued consumer confidence and weak economic conditions,” the Builders ...

Citing “geopolitical uncertainty, subdued consumer confidence and weak economic conditions,” the Builders Merchants Federation has downgraded its baseline forecast for 2026 from +2.3% to -1.8%. ...

15 Jun 2026
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Data Yard product data platform passes major milestone

|Date: 11 May 2026

Data Yard product data platform passes major milestone

Data Yard has reached a significant milestone, securing 75 supplier members within its first year. ...

Data Yard has reached a significant milestone, securing 75 supplier members within its first year. ...

11 May 2026
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Joseph Parr Broomfields marks ten years in Bradford with local MP visit

|Date: 05 May 2026

Joseph Parr Broomfields marks ten years in Bradford with local MP visit

How builders’ merchants are managing to supply the materials and products needed in the drive to build 1½ ...

How builders’ merchants are managing to supply the materials and products needed in the drive to build 1½ million new homes — despite difficult headwinds and cost pressures — was top of the agenda dur ...

05 May 2026
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