Grafton Group plc, the UJK, Irish and Belgian builders merchant and DIY group, saw revenue for the four months to 30 April 2015 increase by 6.7% to £698m.

FAKRO's PYP-V high-pivot, PVC roof window has an extended glazing height of up to 2060mm and a counterbalanced hinge mechanism which enables the sash to be positioned as required, giving unobstructed access when open.

Builders merchants and their suppliers have the chance to spend a day out together blasting clay pigeons out of the sky at the inaugural Bob Beaver Memorial Charity Shoot on Wednesday July 15.

Sealants, adhesives and building chemicals manufacturer Bond It has lent its support to a builder raising funds for the Lighthouse Club.

Builders merchants now have access to a new strategy and business management service from two well-known industry names, Andrew Pine and Mike Rigby.

Independent timber and builders merchant Ridgeons has hired its first apprentice of the year, following a newly formed partnership with Cambridge Regional College.

Builders merchant Jewson teamed up with its charity partner Macmillan Cancer Support to highlight the dangers and risks of skin cancer during last week's Sun Awareness Week.

East Anglian merchant Kent Blaxill has opened a new decorating branch in Fakenham, Norfolk.

The first five homes of a substantial development for Mid-Wales Housing Association have been built at a rapid pace, with the inner leaf construction going up in just five weeks, thanks to the H+H Rå Build method and Thin-Joint System.

East Anglian builders merchant Collier & Catchpole has appointed Kevin Sturdy as its new finance director.