Tender talk: The ESG questions buyers are asking in 2025

16 October 2025

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In this blog, our Partner Planet Mark explores why procurement is evolving fast in 2025. Read on to discover what ESG questions are shaping tender opportunities, and how to make sure your business is ready to answer them.

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Crafting Culinary Dreams: Bagshots Kitchens on the Isle of Wight

13 October 2025

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Nestled in the heart of Cowes, Isle of Wight, Bagshots Kitchens is more than just a kitchen design company—it's a celebration of British craftsmanship, timeless design, and personal service.

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Family Threads: The Sandhu Story from Print to Upholstery Powerhouse

15 September 2025

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In the heart of the UK’s upholstery industry, Tokyo Fabrics has carved out a reputation not just for quality, but for unwavering commitment to safety, innovation, and customer trust.

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Greenhushing: Be brave and win business

10 September 2025

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How to avoid greenhushing and communicate ESG credibly

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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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