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100,000 HGV drivers are needed to cover


the shortfall, says the Road Haulage Assciation


Marley eyes stock market flotation


Further growth and acquisitions are on the cards for roofing giant Marley, which has unveiled plans to float on the Stock Exchange. The £150m revenue business, based in Burton, Staffordshire, has been owned for the last two years by private equity firm Inflexion. Marley has grown to a share of around one-fifth of the UK market, since it was founded in 1924. David Speakman, chief executive of Marley, said: “Our business combines the most comprehensive pitched roofing system available and well-


invested, freehold production sites across the country which can provide significant additional capacity as needed.


“This, combined with a number of positive market dynamics, gives us the confidence to pursue our growth agenda and we see multiple opportunities for both organic and inorganic expansion. He added: “Marley is further


differentiated by our long and successful track record in sustainability and a clear roadmap to expand our ESG credentials. “These credentials are


Gibbs & Dandy opens new Chichester branch


Gibbs & Dandy’s total to 28 branches across its UK network. Richard Murrell, Chichester branch manager said: “We are very proud to formally launch the new Gibbs & Dandy Chichester branch.


Builders merchant Gibbs & Dandy, has opened a new branch, in Chichester, West Sussex . The branch, at Church Farm, Stanes Road, Chichester, has created eight new jobs and takes


“The team is equipped with the necessary knowledge and expertise to ensure that our customers will receive the best advice and service, regardless of the size of their project or


NMBS Exhibition returns


On 8th and 9th September 2021, the NMBS Exhibition brought together representatives from businesses across the merchant industry at the Coventry Building Society Arena (previously known as the Ricoh). More than 280 exhibitors and almost 800 delegates attended the exhibition to network with industry colleagues, place orders and take advantage of hundreds of spot- buy deals and exclusive show rebates. The mood at the exhibition was upbeat despite the supply challenges currently facing the industry. Everyone was delighted at being able to re-connect with friends and colleagues that many hadn’t seen in person since early 2020. The exhibition also gave people the chance to meet contacts face-to-face for the first time, many of whom they have previously only worked with through virtual meetings. Usually a single-day event, this year’s exhibition was


0.1% growth in house prices, after


the removal of the stamp duty holiday


strengthened by plans to expand our solar offering to deliver a range of smart energy solutions to homebuilders, social housing providers and homeowners. “This means Marley is well- positioned to play an increasingly important role in helping deliver homes that meet the UK’s green agenda.” Marley’s product range include clay and concrete roof tiles, timber battens, roofing accessories and roof-integrated solar PV panels, via its ownership of Viridian Solar.


Inflexion is the private equity house which, until earlier this year, when it sold its interests to Blackstone, was behind the growth of independent Welsh merchant Huws Gray.


materials required. “The support and advice we


provide to customers is something we really pride ourselves on and along with the competitive pricing offered across our range of products, helps make our offer amongst the best value and distinctive in the trade. “We have a range of


promotions, offers and trade days in the coming weeks and months, that should prove attractive to our customers and help to drive the ongoing business recovery, both in the industry and the local economy.”


250% rise in wholesale gas prices


since January.


Labour shortages could last for next two years


Business leaders are warning that labour supply problems could last for up to two years and will not be solved by the end of the furlough scheme. CBI Director-General Tony Danker called on government to to get a grip on the situation as shortages hit construction and all other industries.


He said: “Labour shortages


are biting right across the economy. While the CBI and other economists still predict growth returning to pre- pandemic levels later this year, furlough ending is not the panacea some people think will magically fill labour supply gaps.


“These shortages are


already affecting business operations and will have a negative impact on the UK’s economic recovery. Other European countries are also experiencing staffing shortages as their economies bounce back. “Building a more innovative economy – coupled with better training and education – can sustainably improve business performance, wages and living standards. But transformation on this scale requires planning and takes time.


held over two days for the first time in its history, to make it as Covid-secure as possible and give members and suppliers every opportunity to attend. NMBS also moved to an electronic ordering process for the first time at the Exhibition, using a specially developed App to allow suppliers to scan member badges and confirm orders, helping to streamline the process and reducing the need to exchange paper documents.


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“Using existing levers at the UK’s control – like placing drivers, welders, butchers and bricklayers on the Shortage Occupation List – could make a real difference.”


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