House building in England is up by over a fifth compared to last year, according to the latest figures published by the government.

Builders merchants are missing out on a significant profit boost by not using loyalty schemes to target customers, according to loyalty specialists Ikano Insight.

The organisers of the first dedicated UK trade show for builders and contractors for a decade has pushed the event back to the autumn of next year.

Ahead of the August bank holiday, Cement manufacturer Lafarge Tarmac is offering DIYers the chance to get tips and tricks from an industry expert during a live Twitter Q&A.

Manufacturer Bosch Commercial and Industrial Heating has added to its expanding sales team with the appointment of two new heating and hot water specialists.

Independent builders merchant RGB Building Supplies is to sponsor this year's SelfBuild & Design Show taking place at Exeter's Westpoint Arena on the 13th and 14th September.

Activity rose in the second quarter of 2014 across all areas of construction, but future growth may be put at risk by rising costs, according to the Construction Products Association (CPA).

Select Products has expressed its pride with one of the innovative products it distributes, Grip It Fixings, making a successful appearance on the BBC's hit entrepreneurial TV show Dragons' Den.

Independent builders merchant Palladium Building Supplies in Kingsbridge, Devon has donated blood to charity and is encouraging other merchants to follow suit.

As its commercial offering continues to see growth, Natural Paving Products (UK) Ltd has appointed Matt Bradley as the company's new national specification manager.