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Michael McGowan, group sustainability manager at Ibstock, has been shortlisted for Sustainability Leader of the Year.

The Builders Merchants Federation has further strengthened its in-house team with a new learning and development manager and a new policy and public affairs officer.

SIG UK has appointed Lorna Stork to the newly created role of environment, sustainability and governance director.

WernerCo has hired Trevor Rabson as training manager to give specialised training and best-practice advice to customers and those working at height.

The Independent Builders Merchant Group has appointed Martin Stables as its group chief commercial officer at a time of strategic change and focus, following its merger with Grant & Stone.

Peter McGettrick replaces Lawrence Waterman, who stands down after four years in the post as chairman of the British Safety Council.

Keylite Roof Windows has promoted Jamie McGuinness to regional sales manager for the north in support of the company’s growth.

Julian Coulter, director of Sussex Asphalte, has been appointed as the new chairman of the Council.

Encon Insulation and Nevill Long has appointed Stuart Southall as regional sales manager, covering the northern and central regions, as the industry begins to focus more on fire protection in buildings.

SIG UK appoints new category director for timber to strengthen the company's timber offering to its customers.