Benefits for Associates of the British Aggregates Association

Help us Protect Your Customer Base

The British Aggregates Association was formed in October 1999 to provide an effective voice for independent quarry companies. The UK quarry industry is currently going through an extremely difficult phase beset by a host of problems such as the Working Time Directive, planning gridlock, planning charges, environmental charges, the aggregates levy and unfair competition.

The association deals with all regulatory issues which affect our industry. We are in constant dialogue with most government agencies including DTI, ODPM, DEFRA, HM Customs & Excise and HM Treasury and we have become a fundamental part of the consultation process on all planning, environmental, competition and health and safety issues.

Although we are making some headway against damaging legislation, much remains to be done. However, if we fail to safeguard our industry a large proportion of UK quarry products will undoubtedly be replaced by imports.

Membership of the British Aggregates Association has now been opened up to allow quarry supply companies to support us by becoming associate members. In return details of the services they offer are circulated to operating companies and BAA associate members are provided with an extensive contact list. Associate members are also able to use the BAA logo on their stationery and vehicles. By helping us to support the UK quarry industry by fighting adverse legislation, you will therefore be investing wisely in the future of your own company.

We hope that you will give your support – apply online or download the PDF application form.

Kind regards,

Robert Durward (Director, The British Aggregates Association)