The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) is delighted to welcome two new independent merchant members in Northern Ireland.

The first local independent merchant in Northern Ireland to sign up is B J Mullen & Sons, based in Moy, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland. B J Mullen was founded in 1977 and is in its third generation of family ownership, employing 20 people.

Shane Mullen, director of B J Mullen, said: “We are excited to be joining the BMF as a smaller independent and we are looking forward to working with the BMF in all areas, but especially training and health and safety.”

Kellys Point also joins, covering South Down and South Armagh areas, leading into southern Ireland, and employing around 30 staff.

Kenny Toner, general manager of Kellys Point, said: “We are delighted to be joining the BMF as the latest local independent merchant in Northern Ireland. We are looking forward to building upon the already strong relationships enjoyed with our suppliers and customers.”

John Newcomb, BMF managing director, said: “I am delighted B J Mullen and Kellys Point see the value in being part of the BMF. We are looking forward to working with them both.”