Record turnout – and two new members – for GGF
12th May 2015

The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) enjoyed a record attendance for a specialist group meeting when the Joint Conservatory Association and Window and Door Group attracted 58 delegates at Solihull, West Midlands.

Mark Hanson of Ultraframe and Chairman of the GGF Conservatory Association, also chairing the meeting, said: “It was a great meeting with diverse and interesting presentations as well as an excellent attendance made up of members, keynote speakers, invited guests and GGF Staff.” 

The meeting focused mainly on the impact of the new Consumer Rights Act which will be implemented in October this year. Brian Smith, GGF Home Improvement and Membership Director said: “Not only was it good to have such a high number attending but many in the audience contributed first-hand knowledge, relevant questions and developed the discussion on consumer rights issues.” 

Another highlight was a guest presentation, “Consumer Rights or Business Wrongs?” by Peter Stonely, Chartered Trading Standards Institute Lead Officer on Civil Law, and Director of Stonely Training. Peter said: “It was good to work with a group of businesses who were so keen to consider how the new Consumer Rights Act will affect them and their customers.”

At the meeting the GGF also welcomed two new members with Certificates presented to Evander Glazing & Locks Ltd and Hazlemere Windows Ltd by GGF President Brian Baker.

Giles Willson, GGF Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Technical Affairs concluded: “The Joint Conservatory Association and Window and Door Group meeting normally attracts a healthy number of GGF Members. This one however exceeded all expectations and proved a great advert for the GGF.”