Plumbing and heating merchant group BSS Group plc have bought Direct Heating Spares from the Gough family shareholders for £5.7m.

Curzon, the spares sister company of Graham and Jewson, have joined the Carbon Monoxide Consumer Awareness Alliance (COCAA) in their own right.

Debt-ridden builders merchant group Wolseley is taking court action against a number of small, family firms who owe it money.

Plumbase, the plumbers merchants arm of Grafton Merchanting GB, have opened a new branch in Sutton.

Tool people Bahco have launched the Bahco Lathko, a one hand operated adjustable clamp, which positions roofing battens securely, while they are fastened by hammer and nail or nail gun.

Plaster and drywall systems manufacturers Knauf Drywall have gained ISO 14001 certification for environmental management.

Kingspan Insulation have released a handy A6 size Refurbishment guide to sit alongside the company's popular "Code for Sustainable Homes" guide.

Kingspan Insulation have updated their popular guide which offers clear and practical advice on how installing the right insulation can help to achieve a good rating level under the Code for Sustainable Homes.

The Construction Products Association has written to the Chancellor in advance of the Budget Statement on April 22, urging continued government investment in construction projects.

Boiler manufacturers Worcester Bosch have made their one millionth boiler under the Greenstar brand. To celebrate, they are giving away 'free servicing for the life of the boiler' to the homeowner that registers the warranty of the landmark boiler.