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Here you will find furniture sector news, recent achievements, and upcoming events. We also post blogs by our partner organisations, sharing their insights and opinions.
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UK Skills Funding Overhaul: What It Means for the Furniture and Interiors Sector
10 June 2025
Blog
The UK government has recently announced a significant reshaping of its skills funding landscape, aiming to better align training investment with national priorities and economic needs. We unpack the key elements of the announcement and explore their implications for the furniture and interiors sector—a vital yet often overlooked part of the manufacturing ecosystem.
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BFA takes the lead on ESG with launch of steering group
5 June 2025
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A ‘barometer’ of progress is set to give an overview of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) in the UK furniture sector.
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BFA recruits Richard Naylor to steer sustainability drive
14 April 2025
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The British Furniture Association (BFA) is working with a stalwart of the UK furniture industry to provide sustainability support for its members.
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Embracing the Future of Work: How Networking Forums Can Lead the Way
8 April 2025
Blog
The furniture production world creates unique challenges facing HR personnel throughout the manufacturing and supply sector.
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Newly Formed All Party Parliamentary Group
1 May 2025
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The British Furniture Confederation (BFC,) the UK’s furniture and beds, furnishings and floorcoverings industry’s political lobbying consortium, is delighted to announce the relaunch of its All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the furniture and furnishings industry, with a full complement of new chairman, officers and members.
The British Furniture Association names Future of Furniture winners
26 March 2025
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Industry award winners highlighting excellence in sustainability, and education and training, in the furniture sector have been named by national trade body the British Furniture Association.
Second Furniture Component Expo builds on inaugural success
25 March 2025
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With more exhibitors, visitors and positive feedback across the board, the second Furniture Component Expo (FCE) has galvanised its position as a key event in the calendar for the supply side of the industry.
Industry body unveils its plan for growth for engagement with government
24 March 2025
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The British Furniture Confederation (BFC), the public affairs umbrella body of furniture and beds, furnishings and flooring sector trade associations has unveiled its new Plan for Growth.
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BFA extends health and safety support with new collaboration
10 March 2025
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New judges for the BFA Future of Furniture Awards 2025
2 January 2025
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Emma Leeke joins BFA Board
10 December 2024
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What is COP29 and Why does it Matters for Business?
8 November 2024
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British Furniture Association - the new name for British Furniture Manufacturers - announced
6 November 2024
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The Furniture Industry's Greener Alternatives: Insights from BFM's Final 2024 Regional Meeting
18 October 2024
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BFM Members Gather to Navigate the Future
4 October 2024
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Greenwashing is more widespread than ever
15 August 2024
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