British Home Enhancement Trade Association (BHETA)

Don’t miss your chance to join our webinar with WorkNest on Tuesday 19th November at 2pm, presented by Alice Brackenridge, Employment Law Adviser. 2024 has introduced significant changes to employment law, and with a recent change in government, further changes are on the horizon. Join WorkNest as we provide a progress report on Labour’s employment-related pledges and explore recent legislation which introduces a statutory duty on employers to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. We will cover: • Labour’s Plan to Make Work Pay • Sexual harassment in the workplace • Q&A For more information and to register, use the link below. https://lnkd.in/eVAxnBbD #bheta #bhetamember #bhetawebinars #HomeImprovement #DIY #Housewares

❗Dealing with Performance Challenges? Learn How to Manage Them Effectively Performance issues can impact your team and organization, but many employers are unsure how to address them without causing conflict or legal complications. WorkNest is hosting a free webinar on 28th November at 2pm, where Head of Team and Solicitor Toyah Marshall, along with Employment Law Adviser and Solicitor Chloe Neriya Kamutikaoma, will guide you through how to manage performance challenges fairly and compliantly. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/duEST7R2

B&M UK delivered growth of 6% in the quarter to 28 September. This is a sharp uplift on the 1.5% growth in the previous quarter, and suggests an improving trend for consumers' disposable income. Growth is still driven by new stores, with 39 opened in the half year, including 30 in the UK. Like for like growth (same stores) decreased by -1.9% in the last quarter up from -5.1% in the previous 13 weeks. Group Revenues rose by 3.7% to £2,644m (+3.9% at constant currency), driven by volume growth. New Stores: 39 new stores were opened across the Group in the first half, including 30 in the UK, 5 in France, and 4 in Heron Foods. Read more from the link in the comments...

In sad news for the DIY sector, BHETA has learned that Homebase has appointed Teneo as administrators following an £84.2 million loss last year. Teneo, upon their appointment, promptly facilitated the sale of up to 70 Homebase stores across the UK, along with the brand and intellectual property, to CDS (Superstores International), which operates under The Range and Wilko brands. This sale is set to transfer up to 1,600 team members to CDS. Meanwhile, the remaining 49 UK stores and all Republic of Ireland locations will remain open as discussions continue with potential buyers. Hilco Capital, which acquired Homebase for £1 in 2018, had previously explored cost-cutting measures in response to cautious consumer spending. Will Jones, BHETA Chief Operating Officer said: “This is a very sad day for the DIY sector as a long established industry heavyweight brand files for administration. The retail sector has been challenging for a number of years, and we know that the team at Homebase explored every option to support the future of the business. The team running BHETA’s Credit Forum will endeavor to help and advise any suppliers caught up in this challenging situation.”

Not sure how the new Home Improvement Report Retail Worldwide 2024 and the updated Home Improvement Retailers Worldwide 2024 data collection could benefit your business? Join the diyinternational.com editorial team on Wednesday, 20th November, from 12-1 PM for a free webinar. Discover the content and advantages of both publications, and get your questions answered directly. The Home Improvement Report features over 300 pages of in-depth analysis, while the Retailers collection provides more than 800 pages of comprehensive data. Developed in collaboration with EDRA/GHIN - European DIY Retail Association / Global Home Improvement Network and HIMA, these resources offer valuable insights for the global home improvement industry. We’ll be joined by special guests Reinhard Wolff (President, HIMA Network) and Oliver Ginestier (Director of Communications, EDRA/GHIN). Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/dDqEnvBG

Will Jones, our BHETA COO, was speaking this morning at the ‘Unlocking the EU Market’ conference held by the Department for Business and Trade in Abingdon as part of International Trade Week 2024 (#ITW). In the morning, various speakers presented including Lucy Haine (pictured) who talked all about the export opportunities through Marketplaces. From inspiring presentations to hands-on roundtable discussions, the day was full of insights from Export Champions and EU specialists: including regulatory hurdles, logistics solutions and sector-specific opportunities. The afternoon featured collaborative roundtable sessions, involving specialists, business trade advisers, and exporters to solve challenges together. More DTB events relevant to BHETA members can be found at https://lnkd.in/e9ak2_Zg

Kingfisher has today announced new science-based emissions reduction targets as part of their Net Zero Climate Plan: by 2030, Kingfisher is aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 68% and Scope 3 emissions by 46%. Suppliers need to take note. "Scope 3" includes all the products that Kingfisher sells, both own brand and brand, and 2030 is only five years away. To continue supplying the retailers in our sector, like Kingfisher, who are announcing plans for significant carbon reduction, suppliers need to start their own carbon measurement and reduction plans. BHETA can help with advice and point you towards our business support providers. Kingfisher is also aiming to reach Net Zero across its own operations (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2040, and across the lifecycle of the products it sells (Scope 3) by 2050. #carbonreduction #clarity #workingtogether

Join us in welcoming a new member! A growing wholesaler in housewares and garden supplies, VagGroup LTD, has joined BHETA. Since its founding in 2019, VagGroup has expanded from a pet care specialist to a broad FMCG distributor, now offering products from over 200 well-known brands such as Braun, LG, and Dyson. With a diverse portfolio that spans pet, veterinary, garden, home, kitchen, food, and sports products, the company prioritizes quality and value. They are also focusing on leveraging technology to enhance their distribution network and exploring sustainable product options as part of their growth strategy. We look forward to supporting VAGGROUP on their journey and contributing to their continued success. #bheta #bhetamember #HomeImprovement #DIY #Housewares

Due to circumstances beyond our control, the highly anticipated event featuring Leroy Merlin, Department for Business and Trade, France teams, and BHETA has been rescheduled. Originally planned for an earlier date, this insightful webinar will now take place on 6th March at 2pm. Join industry leaders as they discuss Leroy Merlin’s position as Europe’s largest home improvement marketplace, and learn essential tips for UK sellers looking to succeed in this competitive market. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how to onboard with Leroy Merlin, gain insight into the requirements for UK sellers, and take advantage of DBT’s offer of three months’ commission-free selling. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/eVjarNeY

Time is running out! Registration for the Dobbies Garden Centres Meet the Buyer event closes on Thursday, 14th November. 📅 Secure your place today to join us on Thursday 21st November at Dobbies Garden Centre in Atherstone. This is your opportunity to connect directly with key buyers and grow your business. Present your products across various categories, including housewares, DIY, gardening and more. Don’t miss out on this fantastic networking opportunity! Learn more and register today: https://lnkd.in/eTx8HiC8