Sarah Meredith has been appointed the new managing director at BES Ltd, the mail order specialist within the plumbing, heating and gas supply industry.

Multikwik has expanded its range of products designed to maximise space in even the most compact of bathrooms.

Manufactured in the UK, the new 10mm JG Layflat pipe is Ideal for central heating radiator connections in new build properties.

Shower manufacturer Aqata is now offering customers the option of ordering all of its enclosures, doors and screens with the glass protection treatment - ClearShield Eco-System.

Knauf Insulation has questioned Chancellor George Osborne's promise to reduce household energy bills by £50 per year, asking what the true cost of these savings will be for the insulation industry.

Builders merchant Jewson has implemented a new Timber Star Performance Programme, a Timber & Sheet Material Knowledge and Sales based Training programme.

Ultra Tile has launched a new and improved 100% silicone sealant - the ProSeal IT.

Roca has launched Luna, a new range of mirrored cabinets designed to maximise storage potential in the bathroom.

The Chancellor's Autumn Statement, delivered this morning (5 December) has received a mixed response from the industry.

East Anglia independent timber and builders' merchant Ridgeons has been named as one of the top 15 most influential businesses in and around Cambridge.