Trade organisations Archives - Professional Builders Merchant

‘Your First Home’ scheme announced to support first-time buyers.

|Date: 28 Sep 2026

‘Your First Home’ scheme announced to support first-time buyers.

The industry responds to the Government's announcement of a new equity loan scheme for England, named ‘Yo ...

The industry responds to the Government's announcement of a new equity loan scheme for England, named ‘Your First Home’, designed to “support more people into home ownership.” ...

28 Sep 2026
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Government review concludes that help-to-buy scheme provided ‘very high’ value for money

|Date: 21 Sep 2026

Government review concludes that help-to-buy scheme provided ‘very high’ value for money

As the sector continues to question the lack of meaningful housebuilding incentives, MHCLG has recently p ...

As the sector continues to question the lack of meaningful housebuilding incentives, MHCLG has recently published a review of the Help to Buy scheme, concluding that it delivered ‘very high value for ...

21 Sep 2026
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New online SEMA training course to highlight racking responsibilities for business owners

|Date: 17 Aug 2026

New online SEMA training course to highlight racking responsibilities for business owners

SEMA has announced the launch of a new Duty Holders course which it says will be the “first dedicated tra ...

SEMA has announced the launch of a new Duty Holders course which it says will be the “first dedicated training programme aimed directly at warehouse owners and leadership.” ...

17 Aug 2026
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ASFP launches “Passive Fire Protection Fundamentals” training for merchants

|Date: 14 Aug 2026

ASFP launches “Passive Fire Protection Fundamentals” training for merchants

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has launched a new online learning programme develo ...

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has launched a new online learning programme developed specifically for professionals working in sales, distribution, merchanting and customer-fac ...

14 Aug 2026
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Four new Freemen join WCoBM

|Date: 20 Jul 2026

Four new Freemen join WCoBM

Four new Freemen were admitted to the Worshipful Company of Builders’ Merchants at a recent ceremony, tak ...

Four new Freemen were admitted to the Worshipful Company of Builders’ Merchants at a recent ceremony, taking the total number of Liverymen and Freemen to 263. ...

20 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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NFB slams “removal of proposed exemption for Medium Sized Sites from Building Safety Levy”

|Date: 03 Jul 2026

NFB slams “removal of proposed exemption for Medium Sized Sites from Building Safety Levy”

The National Federation of Builders has commented on the Government’s announcement of amendments to the B ...

The National Federation of Builders has commented on the Government’s announcement of amendments to the Building Safety Levy (BSL) regulations which “confirm definitions and remove the proposed exempt ...

03 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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Recent surveys reveal ongoing appetite for home improvement

|Date: 16 Jun 2026

Recent surveys reveal ongoing appetite for home improvement

Despite the sustained market downturn, recent research from the Federation of Master Builders State of th ...

Despite the sustained market downturn, recent research from the Federation of Master Builders State of the Trade report highlights that the three most common projects its members are undertaking are r ...

16 Jun 2026
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FMB and CIOB report highlights sustained challenges for SME builders

|Date: 10 Apr 2026

FMB and CIOB report highlights sustained challenges for SME builders

The latest State of Trade Survey from the CIOB and the FMB warns that construction SMEs “face mounting co ...

The latest State of Trade Survey from the CIOB and the FMB warns that construction SMEs “face mounting cost pressures and insolvencies despite continuous growth.” ...

10 Apr 2026
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