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Leading manufacturer backs BFM’s Future of Furniture campaign

21 June 2024

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The UK’s largest independent supplier of cushion fillings has backed a British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM) campaign, which shines a spotlight on sustainability and education in the sector.

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Leading manufacturer backs BFM’s Future of Furniture campaign

Barker and Stonehouse sign up to BFM retail membership

15 May 2024

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Barker and Stonehouse is the latest high-profile company to join the new retail membership category, created by British Furniture Manufacturers.

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Barker and Stonehouse sign up to BFM retail membership

BFM confirms return of expo for 2025

10 May 2024

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British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM) has confirmed the success of its inaugural Furniture Component Expo (FCE) will see the event return to Telford International Centre next year.

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BFM confirms return of expo for 2025

ACID Celebrates World Intellectual Property Day: Designing for Sustainable Consumption

1 May 2024

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In the realm of business and creativity, World Intellectual Property Day serves as a timely reminder of the pivotal role intellectual property (IP) plays in fostering innovation and progress. This year, as we celebrate this annual event, it's crucial to spotlight the fusion between design businesses and the imperative to champion Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—specifically, ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns.

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ACID Celebrates World Intellectual Property Day: Designing for Sustainable Consumption

Furniture champion to cut the ribbon at inaugural expo

18 April 2024

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An MP who worked in the furniture sector for 15 years will officially open the first ever Furniture Component Expo hosted by British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM).

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Furniture champion to cut the ribbon at inaugural expo

Top Net Zero Policies to Watch in 2024

17 April 2024

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Last month, our partner Planet Mark hosted a webinar spotlighting how businesses can stay ahead of net zero policy.

Throughout the session, they explored key insights from Andrew Griffiths, Director of Policy and Partnership at Planet Mark and Sarah Goodenough Head of Policy at Climate Policy Radar on the five key net zero policies and regulations your businesses should be aware of in 2024.

In this blog, we provide a summary of the top three key net zero policies and regulations:

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Top Net Zero Policies to Watch in 2024

‘First response’ support on health and safety for BFM members

12 April 2024

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A strategic new partnership will provide members of British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM) with free access to a ‘first responder’ helpline offering guidance and support relating to accidents or HSE interventions.

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‘First response’ support on health and safety for BFM members

Insurance Partner to Help Members Negotiate Risks and Challenges

3 April 2024

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The British Furniture Manufacturers Association is delighted to welcome award-winning independent insurance broker and risk management specialist, McCarron Coates, as its insurance partner.

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BFM report highlights £1.6bn reduction in furniture trade deficit

22 March 2024

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Furniture imports dropped 13.9% in 2023, reducing the UK’s furniture trade deficit by £1.6bn compared to 2022. British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM) has released its International Trade Review 2024 - a detailed report into the balance of trade for the furniture industry.

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BFM report highlights £1.6bn reduction in furniture trade deficit

BFM podcast explores drive to set single audit standard for industry

18 March 2024

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The latest episode of the Industry Matters podcast from British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM) explores the opportunities available through a new partnership with ethical auditor, Verisio.

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BFM podcast explores drive to set single audit standard for industry