British Association of Removers

British Association of Removers if you're moving - look for the badge!

British Association of Removers (BAR) is the first UK Trade Association across all industries to have Assured Advice under the Primary Authority regulations, a Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) Approved Code of Practice and an Independent Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) scheme. For over 100 years, BAR has been the recognised voice of the professional moving and storage industry in the United Kingdom.

Thompson And Son Removals And Storage Ltd oined the British Association of Removers just three years ago, but are alrea...
02/09/2026

Thompson And Son Removals And Storage Ltd oined the British Association of Removers just three years ago, but are already reaping the rewards of joining.

In the latest issue of R&S magazine, the company's MD Dean Thompson explains why BAR Membership has had such a positive impact on his business and, why he sees himself as an 'old-fashioned' mover.

You can read the article - and much more besides - here: https://ow.ly/tGe150ZI9ua

🚨 BOOKINGS ARE LIVE!🚨The wait is over… BAR Young Movers Conference 2026 – Newcastle is officially OPEN for bookings! 🎉📅 ...
28/08/2026

🚨 BOOKINGS ARE LIVE!🚨

The wait is over… BAR Young Movers Conference 2026 – Newcastle is officially OPEN for bookings! 🎉

📅 8–10 October 2026
📍 Newcastle

Get ready for days of connection, learning, networking and plenty of Geordie hospitality!🥂

⚽ Business sessions at St James’ Park
🏟️ Stadium tour
🍸 Welcome drinks
💃 Dinner, entertainment & dancing at The BALTIC
🤝 Plenty of opportunities to connect with Young Movers from across the industry

This is one you do not want to miss!

🎟️ Bookings are now LIVE secure your place today! https://lnkd.in/ddZQ74H5

📍 Newcastle, we’ll see you in October! 💛

28/08/2026

🎥 The BAR's Director General, Andrew Large, recently talked to R&S Managing Editor Steve Pearce about the launch of the BAR's Value for Money & Member Benefits brochure .

The full video covers consumer protection and industry-leading standards, through to networking; training; affiliate discounts and lobbying for a more level industry playing field.

Whether you're already a BAR Member or considering joining, the video breaks down exactly how as a mover you will benefit from membership, and why it matters to you - and your customers - in a highly competitive removals industry.

▶️ Topics covered:

✅ What sets BAR Members apart
✅ Consumer protection and the Advance Payment Guarantee
✅ Networking through Area Meetings and Conferences
✅ BAR's voice in Government and ALTA (Alliance of Logistics Trade Associations)
✅ Affiliate offers and discounts
✅ Training and professional development
✅ The Removers Benevolent Association (RBA)

The full 30-minute video can be watched here: https://ow.ly/Wilc50ZGr9M

Find out more about membership or apply to join BAR here:
🔗 bar.co.uk/become-a-bar-member
📞 01923 699 480
📧 [email protected]

📣 The latest issue of R&S magazine is out now, uniquely for the UK removals industry, in digital and in print.This issue...
26/08/2026

📣 The latest issue of R&S magazine is out now, uniquely for the UK removals industry, in digital and in print.

This issue includes:
- The past, present and future of Richardson Moving & Storage
- Trevor Kidd reminiscing on his time in removals, as this issue's 'In Conversation with' feature
- 'Old-fashioned' remover Thompson And Son Removals And Storage Ltd on their first three years in the BAR
- A tribute to David Bunting
- New Member profiles for Gurkha Movers Ltd and Bearded Bro's Removals & Storage
- Basil Fry & Company The Removers' Broker MD Amy King on the importance of the 'human touch'
- BAR Young Movers Group Conference preview
- Training news
And much more besides

➡️ You can read it here now: https://ow.ly/a8gY50ZFtBo

🚨BAR Training Courses: September and October 2026✅ Fragile & Non-Fragile PackingMon 7 Sep - 1 dayLocation: Manchester Tr...
24/08/2026

🚨BAR Training Courses: September and October 2026

✅ Fragile & Non-Fragile Packing
Mon 7 Sep - 1 day
Location: Manchester Training Centre
Price: BAR Members: £185+vat | Non-Members: £205+vat

▶️ Ideal for delegates who want to gain essential, practical general packing skills or refresh existing knowledge. Learn how to correctly pack a variety of fragile and non-fragile household items using professional packing materials in an effective and economical way.

💻 Book here: https://ow.ly/jcol50ZEMmw

✅ Introduction to Video Surveys
Date: Tue 22 Sep - 2.5 hours
Location: Online
Price: BAR Members £55+vat | Non-Members £80+vat

▶️ Online video surveying is an invaluable option when a surveyor cannot physically attend a customer’s premises. Gain a practical overview of best practice techniques for carrying out professional online video surveys, including appointment setting, preparing for the call, creating a professional environment and preparing survey results.

💻 Book here: https://ow.ly/ajVQ50ZEMms

✅ Fragile & Non-Fragile Packing
Date: Wed 30 Sep - 1 day
Location: North London Training Centre, Park Royal
Price: BAR Members: £185+vat | Non-Members £205+vat

▶️ Hands-on course that helps delegates understand the standards expected from a professional packing & wrapping service. The course includes the use of different packing materials, packing methods for specific items, and practical sessions wrapping and packing a variety of fragile/non-fragile household goods.

💻 Book here: https://ow.ly/RAG050ZEMmv

✅ Introduction to Practical Estimating
Date: Thur 8 Oct - 1 day
Location: Online
Price: BAR Members £199+vat | Non-Members: £239+vat

➡️ For those who are completely new to estimating, this course introduces delegates to the art of cubing volumes of furniture and effects and explains the importance of the Estimator’s role. Topics include calculating item volume, using units of length and volume, completing estimator forms, understanding load carrying volume, and identifying access, restriction and health and safety considerations.

💻 Book here: https://ow.ly/e7EP50ZEMmx

✅ Removals Vehicle Loading
Date: Wed 14 Oct - 1 day
Location: North London Training Centre, Park Royal
Price: BAR Members £140+vat | Non-Members £160+vat

▶️ Aimed at those responsible for loading a removals vehicle, with an emphasis on safety, legislation and practical loading skills. Covers essential vehicle checks, safe vehicle positioning, loading signage, risk assessment, correct loading sequence, weight distribution and practical vehicle loading techniques to help avoid movement within a load

💻 Book here: https://ow.ly/bPqm50ZEMmt

All prices are per person and subject to vat. Bookings are subject to availability. Courses open to everyone.

To book or request more info:
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 01923 699 484
www.bar.co.uk

📣 The British Association of Removers (BAR) has relocated from its previous office in Watford to our new HQ in Hemel Hem...
21/08/2026

📣 The British Association of Removers (BAR) has relocated from its previous office in Watford to our new HQ in Hemel Hempstead.

As of today, 21st August 2026, our new address is:

The British Association of Removers
Unit 3, The Progression Centre
Mark Road
Hemel Hempstead
HP2 7DW

☎️ Our phone numbers are not changing, so you can continue to reach us as usual on 01923 699 480.

Please note that during the move there may be brief interruptions to phone and email access while we get set up at the new site. We'll aim to keep any disruption to a minimum and will be back up and running as normal by 14:30 today.

📫 Please update your records with our new address. If you need to send anything by post, please use the new details above from today onwards

Thank you for your patience while we get settled.

📣 FREE BAR Member benefitThere is still time to register for our upcoming Supporting Mental Health at Work webinar, deli...
19/08/2026

📣 FREE BAR Member benefit

There is still time to register for our upcoming Supporting Mental Health at Work webinar, delivered by Able Futures on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

➡️ This free, 30-minute session will introduce the Access to Work Mental Health Support Service, a DWP-funded programme providing confidential mental health support at no cost to SME employers, employees, apprentices and self-employed people across England, Scotland and Wales.

➡️ What you'll learn
Join DWP and Able Futures to discover:
✅ What Able Futures is and how it supports SMEs through the DWP-funded Access to Work Mental Health Support Service.
✅ How employees, apprentices and self-employed individuals can access up to nine months of confidential support from a dedicated Mental Health Coach.
✅ The support available to employers, including workplace resources, practical guidance and dedicated Business Account Manager support.
✅ How Able Futures can help organisations raise awareness of mental health support in the workplace.
✅ The practical steps businesses can take to access the service and support their workforce.

➡️ Why attend?
Mental health and wellbeing remain important considerations for businesses of all sizes. This webinar will introduce a free, DWP-funded service that offers practical and confidential support to help people manage their mental health at work, while providing employers with guidance and resources to create a more supportive workplace.

➡️ Webinar Dates
The first webinar takes place this week, but if you're unable to attend, two further sessions are available. The content is the same for each webinar, so you only need to register for one.

Thursday 20 August 2026
🕚 11:30am – 12:00pm
Register: https://ow.ly/M69K50ZBbPE

Tuesday 22 September 2026
🕚 11:00am – 11:30am
Register: https://ow.ly/2HcH50ZBbPC

Tuesday 20 October 2026
🕚 11:00am – 11:30am
Register: https://ow.ly/5Lk250ZBbPF

🚨Don't miss this opportunity to learn about a free mental health support service delivered on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and discover how it can benefit both your business and your people.

BAR's newest Affiliate Member, London-based Indigo FX provide a number of options for seamless international money tran...
14/08/2026

BAR's newest Affiliate Member, London-based Indigo FX provide a number of options for seamless international money transfers and payment solutions.
https://indigofx.com/

✅ QSS is the leading quality standard certification body for the UK removals and storage industry.➡️ Following a recent ...
13/08/2026

✅ QSS is the leading quality standard certification body for the UK removals and storage industry.

➡️ Following a recent Board decision, QSS clients can now pay for their standard/s audits by direct debit, as an alternative to making a one-off full payment following receipt of an invoice.

Please note:
- The direct debit facility will see a 2% surcharge on the invoice value to cover the external third party costs of giving QSS the facility)
- The direct debit facility ideally needs to be set up in advance of QSS invoicing for an audit to allow our accounts team to raise an invoice for the audit and add the 2% surcharge facility to the invoice the client gets.
- If the client asks to pay by DD after an audit invoice has been issued, the accounts team will work with the client to set up the DD facility and raise an additional invoice for the 2% surcharge fee.
- Any/all existing and future QSS pre-payment clients will need to have paid for their audit in full by the time of the audit as normal.

📣 Contact QSS with your request to set up a direct debit facility:
☎️ 01923 699 840
💻 [email protected]
https://qssonline.co.uk

This offer will be publicised in the upcoming August issue of R&S magazine.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has asked us to share an exciting opportunity for trade associations and empl...
12/08/2026

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has asked us to share an exciting opportunity for trade associations and employers to learn more about the benefits of offering work experience placements.

Work Experience Webinar for Trade Associations
📅 Date: Tuesday 29 September 2026
🕑 Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
💻 Location: Online

✅ This free, one-hour webinar will bring together trade associations and employers from a wide range of sectors to explore how work experience placements can benefit businesses, individuals, and the wider UK economy.

✅ The session will demonstrate how employers can create meaningful opportunities for people looking to gain workplace experience while accessing motivated individuals who are keen to learn, develop skills, and contribute to their organisations.

What You'll Learn
During the webinar, attendees will hear about:
➡️ The benefits of work experience placements for employers and businesses
➡️ How Trade Associations can encourage and support member participation
➡️ Real-life examples from employers who have successfully delivered placements
➡️ Inspiring stories from individuals who have used work experience as a stepping stone into employment
➡️ Simple, practical steps to help employers get started
➡️ An open discussion with the opportunity to ask questions

📣 Guest Speakers
The DWP will be joined by a range of guest speakers who will share their experiences of participating in the Work Experience programme and the positive impact it has had on both organisations and participants.

Whether you are already involved in offering placements or are looking to explore the benefits for the first time, this webinar will provide practical guidance, inspiration, and clear next steps.

👉 Register Your Free Place - Book your place via Eventbrite:
https://ow.ly/KcvX50ZyQBb

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Tangent House, 62 Exchange Road
Watford
WD180TG

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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