Builders’ merchants are being urged to come together and pledge their support for a ground-breaking new mental health support initiative which aims to reach every customer of every merchant branch in the UK.

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The Support Yard CIC has launched a new Support Guide Certification Scheme, designed to give people across the building materials sector “the skills and confidence to support colleagues through difficult times and strengthen workforce resilience within their businesses.”

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92% of tradespeople in Northern Ireland say just a quick chat with someone during the day has a positive impact on their wellbeing, according to new research from MacBlair.

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Writing in the Viewpoint column of PBM’s June 2026 issue, editor Paul Davies outlines his concerns that any growth in mental health awareness is still not being matched by meaningful support...

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Croydon-based builders’ merchant Harris & Bailey has pledged its support to local mental health charity, Hear Us Croydon for the next 12 months.

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Mental health in the construction industry was top of the agenda for Jewson, JPS and MBS recently, as 70 branches collaborated to host The Big Brew in recognition of World Mental Health Day (10th October).

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Tarmac Blue Circle, in partnership with Band of Builders, has been making its way across Travis Perkins branches throughout the UK as part of The Big Brew Tour.

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Travis Perkins plc has announced a new two-year partnership with the Lighthouse construction industry charity.

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Huws Gray Group has joined forces with two of the nation’s most respected construction industry charities, securing two-year partnerships with Mates in Mind and CRASH.

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