Tom Reynolds

The Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) has welcomed growth measures outlined by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in her speech on January 29 at Siemens Healthineers in Oxfordshire. A raft of measures aimed at kick-starting economic growth represents a welcome change in tone from the Government, with commitments towards modernised infrastructure, scientific innovation, and private-sector-led expansion.  Of particular […]

Bathroom manufacturers have warned that challenges in hiring talent are becoming business-critical. The industry body, the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA), has stepped in with several initiatives prioritising workforce development. In late 2024, the association held a roundtable event to thrash out the challenges in the sector around recruitment. Recognising the challenges of attracting and retaining […]

Installer’s Andy Bishop talks to Tom Reynolds, CEO of the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA), about the success of the BMA Theatre at this year’s InstallerSHOW, and preparations for the annual BMA Conference in September 2024.  Andy: “Hello Tom, thanks for taking the time for a chat today. How did you come to be the association’s […]

A manifesto promise of 1.5 million homes is welcome, yet we can’t ignore the opportunities this offers for water efficiency and professionalism for the plumbing sector, argues Tom Reynolds, Chief Executive of the Bathroom Manufacturers Association: The Labour Government’s legislative agenda, as set out in the King’s Speech, promises to be one based on growth, […]

British homes deserve a comprehensive approach to home improvement, argues Tom Reynolds, Chief Executive of the Bathroom Manufacturers Association: The recent report from the Resolution Foundation offers a sobering view of the UK’s housing dilemma. It tells us that the average person in Britain lives in just 38 square meters of space, starkly underscoring how […]