26/01/2021 TRADE ASSOCIATION PR The British Furniture Manufacturers’ latest Economic Review outlines the impact of a third COVID-19 lockdown and the challenges posed by Brexit – but pinpoints indications of a speedy recovery in the spring. Managing Director of the BFM, Nick Garratt, examined figures released by the Bank of England and the Office of […]

16/10/2020 The latest British Furniture Manufacturers’ Economic Review points to a third of the British public spending more on home improvements – including furniture – in case of further lockdown restrictions. Managing Director of the BFM, Nick Garratt, has examined reports from the British Retail Consortium, the Bank of England and the EY Item Club […]

21/09/2020 BRITISH furniture businesses are being urged to ‘build up their balance sheet’ in case of difficult times ahead. National trade body British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM), has issued the message as part of its monthly economic review for the sector. Fuelled by pent-up demand and a consumer focus on homes, the furniture industry has generally […]

13/05/2020 TRADE ASSOCIATION PR The British Furniture Manufacturers has welcomed the government’s new furlough scheme announcement. The trade body says the extended scheme will help protect the sector’s investment in its workforce and prevent significant redundancies. Nick Garratt, BFM’s MD said: “Over recent years shortage of skills has been one of the challenges our industry […]

18/11/2019 TRADE ASSOCIATION PR British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM) is flying the flag for the sector with the launch of a strong new brand identity. The trade association has implemented a bold new look across the organisation, designed to take the BFM forward and ensure it remains at the heart of the British furniture industry for […]

10/10/2019 TRADE ASSOCIATION PR The British Furniture Manufacturers has updated its legal advice service, offering members access to industry-leading support geared up to the specific needs of the sector. The BFM Commercial Legal Helpline has been revised to ensure the service offered remains of significance and value to members. Company law, commercial agency, contracts, consumer […]