Sourcing position statement.
7th March 2022.

Like everyone around the UK, Kennings Building Supplies are continually watching the ongoing developments in Ukraine, with a concern for their people and hope for peace as soon as possible.

Kennings Building Supplies purchase raw material from Russia and it has been our priority to respond to this situation as it unfolds. We have made the immediate decision to stop purchasing any raw material which originates from Russia.

We have in place an industry-leading due diligence process which assesses new suppliers, assuring our customers that we are always mitigating against environmental, social and legal risks to our supply chain.

Material originating from Russia accounts for less than 1% of the total amount of raw material coming into our operation. Our supply chain includes the largest sawmilling and wood processing company in Europe, so we are able to cover this volume via our existing supply chain.

Over the coming months we believe there will be a shift in the supply and demand balance, with significant additional demand for supply of products originating from the UK, Finland, Sweden and Central Europe. Along with our trusted suppliers and third-party partners, we will continue to support our valued customers in the UK during any periods of restricted supply.