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Tim Wood

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Merchants

Al Murray to host landmark Builders' Merchants Awards

11/09/2026

With his alter-ego, The Pub Landlord, Murray will lead proceedings at this year’s celebration of the merchant industry’s achievements.

Product News

New board aid tool designed to make plasterboard ceiling installation easier

08/09/2026

Board Aid supports plasterboard in position while it is being fixed to the ceiling.

People

Ali Emm appointed Deputy Editor of BMN

19/08/2026

After seven years her predecessor moves into a new production design role within the team.

Construction

Building materials chiefs sound alarm over demand slump

19/08/2026

BMF and CPA warn ministers that falling confidence and weak demand risk hollowing out construction supply chain capacity just as the UK needs to build more homes and infrastructure.

Merchants

Independent merchants join forces on procurement

18/08/2026

Bradfords, Lords and JT Atkinson are teaming up to sharpen buying power without creating another traditional buying group.

Merchants

MP talks water issues with Bradfords

17/08/2026

The impact of the long-standing problem of nitrate & phosphate pollution and sewage discharges in rivers was among many discussion points.

Construction

Donaldson Timber Systems awarded top safety honour

17/08/2026

The Order of Distinction was presented by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents.

Merchants

STARK Group continues to develop its UK network with purpose-built branch

17/08/2026

The new branch replaces Jewson's previous location in Alnwick.

Trade Bodies

2027 BMF All Industry Conference sold out

17/07/2026

The event takes place in Marrakech from 10-13 June 2027, under the theme Connecting Ideas, Creating Tomorrow.

Trade Bodies

BMF shortlisted for Best Trade Association Award

16/07/2026

The Memcom Excellence Awards recognise innovation and creativity in UK Trade Associations and Professional Membership Organisations.