Why Net Zero is a vital step for every forward-thinking business

12 August 2025

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Discover why achieving net zero is an essential opportunity, how your organisation can take practical, measurable steps, and how it can help you win new business and build long-term resilience.

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Timeless Craftsmanship in the Pewsey Vale: Inside the Family-Run Black Barn Sofas

11 August 2025

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Joanna Privett, BFA Membership Manager, recently had the pleasure of meeting Roy Coles of Roy Coles Upholstery, and his son Ollie, who, along with other members of the Coles family, run Black Barn Sofas.

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Net zero, demystified

17 July 2025

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In this blog, our Partner Planet Mark explains the meaning of net zero in simple terms, why it matters for your business, and how companies are successfully achieving it.

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UK Skills Funding Overhaul: What It Means for the Furniture and Interiors Sector

10 June 2025

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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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Embracing the Future of Work: How Networking Forums Can Lead the Way

8 April 2025

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The furniture production world creates unique challenges facing HR personnel throughout the manufacturing and supply sector.

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What is COP29 and Why Does It Matter For Business?

8 November 2024

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In this blog, we explore the expectations and outcomes from COP29, as well as the activities our partner Planet Mark is planning around this flagship climate summit.

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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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In a gathering at Mobus Fabrics' stunning showroom in Brighouse, West Yorkshire, the British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM) concluded its 2024 regional meetings with a focus on sustainable practices in furniture production.

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BFM Members Gather to Navigate the Future

4 October 2024

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At our regional meeting in September hosted at Businesswise Solutions HQ, British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM) members convened to tackle one of the most pressing challenges facing the industry today: Environmental and Social Governance (ESG).

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Greenwashing is more widespread than ever

15 August 2024

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In this blog we hear from our partner Planet Mark’s Head of Strategy and Communications, Zoë Lee, on how your organisation can strengthen its brand position by avoiding greenwashing and effectively communicating your sustainability journey.

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