Four of the building materials industry’s most successful female leaders will lead a panel discussion at the BMF Members’ Conference in September dedicated to Women Leading in Building Materials.

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Set to be announced at the BMF Members’ Day Awards Dinner in September, six building product suppliers have been shortlisted for the inaugural Data Yard Data Excellence Award.

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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 responses from across the merchant sector.

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

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

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

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

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

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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 BMF Campus.

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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%.

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