Churchmarketplace

18/06/2026

Still need to place your orders for the big summer stationery re-stock? Our suppliers are here to help!

Access the CMP Education Buying Group Schools Supplies framework and either get quotes or direct award.

With three great suppliers - Banner, Lyreco and Paragon - now is a good time to place orders.

PAPER PRICE INCREASES
Lyreco paper prices are increasing from 1st July. Place your order by 30th June to get current pricing.

Find out more about the School Supplies framework here: https://educationbuying.com/school-supplies/

26/05/2026

Training works best when it’s simple, clear, and easy to manage.

With so many demands on time, having everything in one place can make a real difference.

Through Churchmarketplace, Flick Learning provides access to 125+ accredited e-learning courses, alongside tools to track progress, set reminders and reduce admin.

A straightforward way to keep training on track.
Contact CMP today to find out more, or find out more at

Created by the Catholic Church in England & Wales to enable the Catholic community to save costs by purchasing together, our free subscription entitles you to access great prices on a wide range of products and services.

24/05/2026

Wishing you a peaceful and joyful Pentecost Sunday, from the team at Churchmarketplace.

A time to reflect, renew, and come together in faith and community ✝️ 🙏

19/05/2026

Goodness. The beating heart of Lyreco 💚

Approved Churchmarketplace supplier, Lyreco, has released its Annual Sustainable Development Report for 2026.

This report provides an update on Lyreco UK & Ireland's approach and progress with sustainability and social value, its six key objectives under Lyreco Goodness, as well as a deeper dive into initiatives from the Lyreco Group.

As a leader in office solutions, Lyreco is focused on helping you achieve A Great Working Day within whatever business sector you are in.

👉️ VIEW THE REPORT TODAY: https://bit.ly/49bFrds

💚 Lyreco at a glance:

- 40 markets across 4 continents: With 17 local subsidiaries and an expertise centre dedicated to workplace safety, Lyreco operates directly in 25 countries in Europe and Asia. In addition, the business has set up a network of 13 strategic distribution partners that serve 15 additional markets in North, Central and South America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific

-12,000 employees: Lyreco’s people are at the core of the operational excellence the company offers daily to its customers

- 10,000+ products in stock

- 19 national distribution centres

- Flexible delivery options to reduce emissions

- Lyreco Goodness: This sits at the heart of Lyreco’s sustainability and social value strategy and plays a part in everything the business does, aligned to its four values: Excellence, Passion, Respect and Agility. These extend to its three sustainability pillars: Planet, People and Progress.

19/05/2026

One week. One action.

For Laudato Si’ Week 2026, our Director Jennifer Booth shares CMP’s commitment to supporting Catholic organisations across England and Wales to care for our common home - through practical, everyday decisions.



Read more 👇
https://bit.ly/434xgfl

11/05/2026

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week 🧠 🫶

The spaces we create at school, at work and in our communities matter more than we think.

What’s something your organisation does to support wellbeing? Let us know in the comments 👇️

06/05/2026

Staffing pressures across education aren’t going away, but the right approach can make a real difference.👍️

We’re pleased to announce Teaching Personnel as our newest supplier, a national recruitment partner delivering values-based staffing solutions for Catholic schools and trusts.

Their focus on ethos alignment, local educator pools, and long-term workforce planning helps schools build stronger, more stable teams.



👉️ Find out more in our latest blog: https://bit.ly/42P5OSH

06/05/2026

Today is World Day for Safety and Health at Work 🦺 🔨

Creating safe, well-managed environments is essential for schools, parishes and organisations, for both staff and those you serve.

A good time to pause and reflect on what’s in place, and whether it’s working as it should.

Get in touch today to discover how CMP can support you.

05/05/2026

Looking for a better way to procure your IT?

With Probrand, you get a unified platform that streamlines the procurement of IT products, services, and cloud solutions.

Probrand are transforming how public and private sector organisations centralise and manage their IT procurement. And even better, it's fully aligned with Procurement Act 2023, making it perfect for Catholic MAT trusts.

Powered by advanced technology and intelligent automation, the Probrand platform streamlines procurement workflows, boosts operational efficiency, and drives significant cost savings.

Benefit from:

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Find out more by reading the Probrand Service Brochure here:
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28/04/2026

Planning ahead for the new term?

The end of the academic year is a great time to stock up on stationery and education supplies, making the most of your budget while getting organised early.

Through Churchmarketplace Education Buying, you can access the Education Buying Group School Supplies framework, with trusted suppliers like Banner and Lyreco - all fully compliant with PCR2015.

Sign up for free and explore your options today 👇️
https://www.churchmarketplace.org.uk/