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UK Construction Industry Growth Surges Despite Supply Delays
The UK construction industry sees strong growth in March 2021, led by house-building and commercial work, despite rising material costs and supplier delays.
Builders’ Merchants Awards 2021 Finalists Revealed Ahead of Virtual Ceremony
The Builders’ Merchants Awards 2021 finalists are revealed ahead of the virtual ceremony on May 14, hosted by Colin Murray. Discover who made the shortlist.
UK Merchants Can Claim £3,000 Apprenticeship Grant Until Sept 2021
UK builders merchants can get up to £4,000 per new apprentice hired by Sept 2021. Learn how to claim the £3,000 grant and boost your workforce today.
Builders Merchants Sales Stay Strong Despite Third Lockdown
Builders merchants saw strong sales in January 2021 despite lockdown, with Timber, Joinery, and Landscaping outperforming indoor trades, BMBI report shows.
Young DIY-ers Drive Sales Surge at B&Q Owner Kingfisher
Kingfisher, owner of B&Q and Screwfix, saw profits soar as young DIY-ers turned to home improvement during lockdown, fueling a rise in online and in-store sales.
350,000 Construction Jobs Needed by 2028 to Hit UK Net Zero Goals
The UK must create 350,000 construction jobs by 2028 to meet net zero targets. See which roles are in demand and how the industry plans to get there.
How Technology Gives Builders’ Merchants a Competitive Edge
Learn how builders’ merchant technology like inventory systems and POS software improves efficiency, reduces errors, and enhances customer satisfaction.
2021 UK Budget: Business and Employment Support Measures
The 2021 UK Budget extends furlough to September and launches a £5K voucher scheme to help 100,000 SMEs adopt productivity-enhancing software.
UK Companies Hit by Microsoft Exchange Server Hack
Over 500 UK servers hacked in the Microsoft Exchange Server breach tied to Hafnium. Firms urged to patch systems and check for backdoor webshells.
Covid-19 Safety Guidelines for Builders’ Merchants Video
Watch BMF’s video infographic on Covid-19 safety guidelines for builders’ merchants. Stay compliant with PHE-backed protocols for safe trade operations.
Don’t Let Supply Chain Issues Torment You in Early 2021
As Big LBM Companies Get Bigger, Independents Are Challenged to Get Better
If you want to remain independent, you have a good chance for success so long as you don’t underestimate that big bear of a competitor coming your way.