Obituary: Peter Latham, OBE

Obituary: Peter Latham, OBE
by Jennie Ward|03 August 26|Build, Supply
TDUK is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Peter Latham OBE, former Chairman of James Latham PLC,  following a short illness. Dave Hopkins, CEO of TDUK, said: "Peter was a highly respected figure within the timber industry. During a distinguished 44-year career, he made a significant contribution to...
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TDUK issues updated EUDR Trade Note for Northern Ireland
by Jennie Ward|03 August 26|Build, Supply
Timber Development UK (TDUK) has published a new trade note to help importers, merchants and suppliers understand how the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) will apply to timber and timber products placed on the market in Northern Ireland. The trade note outlines the regulation's three core requirements and upcoming deadlines, stating...
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Selco becomes first company to support Realise ‘Future Talent’ campaign
by Jennie Ward|28 July 26|Build, Supply
Builders’ merchant Selco Builders Warehouse has become the first company to support the Future Talent Employer Pledge, a campaign created by training provider Realise. Realise is calling on businesses across the UK to help tackle youth unemployment by pledging to take on an administrative apprentice over the next 12 months,...
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Specialist Driver Resourcing offers trained temporary drivers for merchants
by Jennie Ward|28 June 26|Build, Supply
Builders’ merchants who need reliable, trained drivers to support their business can rely on Specialist Driver Resourcing (SDR) to bring a level of expertise and focus that sets it apart from generalist agencies. SDR offers a bespoke temporary driver supply service specifically designed to meet the logistical and operational needs of the...
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C16 campaign webinar highlights opportunities for homegrown timber
by Jennie Ward|18 June 26|Build, Supply
Greater use of homegrown C16 timber could strengthen UK manufacturing, improve supply chain resilience and support the ambitions set out in the Government’s Timber in Construction Roadmap, according to a webinar organised as part of the Trust UK C16 Timber Campaign. The webinar, which was hosted by the Institution of...
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Merchant sales down -8.1% year-on-year in Q1 2026
by Jennie Ward|04 June 26|Build, Supply
The latest Builders Merchant Building Index (BMBI) report reveals that builders’ merchants’ like-for-like value sales for Q1 2026, adjusted to remove the impact of trading days, were -3.2% lower than Q1 2025. Like-for-like volume sales were down -8.1%, with product prices increasing +5.4%.
 
With no difference in trading days, unadjusted...
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Free Webinar: Trust UK C16 Timber
by Jennie Ward|04 June 26|Build, Supply
A new webinar from the Trust UK C16 Timber campaign is exploring how to strengthen UK supply chains and build more sustainably. The UK imports around 80% of its timber, making it the second largest net importer of forest products globally. But with the right approach, the timber industry can...
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Rosie Wise named MD of Travis Perkins Managed Services
by Jennie Ward|19 May 26|Build, Supply
Rosie Wise has been appointed as Managing Director of Travis Perkins Managed Services. Rosie joined Travis Perkins plc in 2021, bringing extensive experience from across the merchanting and building materials industries. Rosie has a strong background in the sector, having previously held the roles of Commercial Director of Civils, Timber...
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MKM Building Supplies reports revenue growth in full-year results
by Jennie Ward|10 May 26|Build, Supply
TDUK member MKM Building Supplies (MKM), a leading UK independent builder’s merchant, has announced its full-year results for the year ended 30 September 2025. The company reports growth that outperforms the merchant market's growth of 1.2%, increasing its market share to 14.8% (FY2024: 13.3%). This has helped generate revenue growth...
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Jewson launches petition calling for government to get Britain building and ‘out of crisis’
by Jennie Ward|24 April 26|Build, Supply
Jewson has launched a petition calling on government to get Britain's building and construction sector out of crisis and into positive economic growth. Jewson is championing the petition, #LetsGetBritainBuildingNOW, which calls on the government to build certainty and confidence in the market, focusing on the three biggest things general builders and...
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