Worshipful Company of Builders’ Merchants is once again pleased to be sponsoring an award at the upcoming Builders’ Merchants Federation (BMF) Members’ Day. The BMF Members’ Day Annual Conference and Awards will take place at Leicestershire’s Leonardo Hinckley Island Hotel on 18 and 19 September. The event brings BMF members – both suppliers and merchants...Read More

City and Livery merchandise is available to purchase by City of London Livery Companies, Guilds and Ward Clubs, with special rates available for bulk purchases. These include:  Merchandise available includes: Freeman’s Guides Songs and Music paperback Secrets of the Square Mile A2 posters 40-piece Mini wooden jigsaw. Click here to find out more.Read More

The Worshipful Company of Builders’ Merchants (WCoBM) is helping a Livery charity support ex-offenders in securing worthwhile employment and learning new skills.  The No Going Back (NGB) charity was formed in June 2020 as a groundbreaking collaboration between Livery Companies and the Bounce Back Project to reduce re-offending rates, and has since become a standalone...Read More

Ahead of the election of the Sheriffs on Monday 24th June, the two Shrieval Candidates have written addresses to the members of the Livery of the City of London. The two addresses are copied below: Candidature of Alderman Gregory Jones KC To the members of the Livery of the City of London  My Lords, Ladies...Read More

Excellence and dedication were the watchwords at the prestigious City & Awards luncheon, hosted by the Worshipful Company of Builders’ Merchants (WCoBM) on 18th March, 2024. The event celebrated the next generation of builders’ merchants, giving them the opportunity to network with senior construction industry professionals and distinguished guests, as well as getting what was,...Read More

Speech and Language UK’s project aims to introduce a practical Painting and Decorating course for KS4 and Sixth Form students as part of the Building and Construction curriculum, thereby supporting the educational and vocational development of young individuals in Building Studies. The following specific materials are requested from our Liverymen: Material Needed and Donation Arrangements:...Read More

A briefing on topics discussed at the latest Livery Committee meeting, plus an update on annual events of interest to Liverymen. Download hereRead More

Master Alan Hawkins has reaffirmed the Company’s commitment to environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues by signing new versions of a number of WCoBM’s policies. On 1st February 2024, the Master re-signed the Diversity, Equality and Inclusivity Policy, the ESG Policy, and the Company’s Modern Slavery policy, which confirms that he is supportive of the...Read More

Worshipful Company of Builders’ Merchants has welcomed nine new Freemen to the Company. The following new Freemen were admitted on 1st February 2024: Chris Dawson, Brett Martin David Grace, Kilwaughter Minerals David Millward, Fernco Martin Moran, MP Moran Ciaran Morton, Lawsons Neil Sabey, Harlow Timber Group Duncan Thomson, Builders’ Merchant Company Jane Thomson, Builders’ Merchant...Read More

We spoke to Liveryman Alistair McAuley about his many years of charitable work and fundraising for the Outward Bound Trust. Interacting with nature and spending time outdoors is proven to help young people develop valuable new skills and grow in confidence, as well as tackling mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.  That’s why...Read More