Builders' organisation the Federation of Master Builders wants to see the Government do more to encourage the development of small and micro sites that exist in every town and city if it wants to tackle the housing problem.

Independent builders merchant group The Bradfords Group has bought two former WT Burden branches.

Aircrete manufacturer H + H has supplied its Celcon blocks to the local Parish Council in Borough Green to rebuild the community hall, after it was destroyed in an arson attack.

Everbuild Building Products has announced a new partnership with SteriTouch - the provider of antimicrobial liquids, additives and coatings designed to reduce the growth of harmful bacteria, mould and fungi, while remaining safe for even the most sensitive of applications.

Wienerberger UK, the provider of wall, roof and landscaping products, has appointed Richard Randall as its new operations director.

Aqualux has appointed Eve Rodway as area sales manager for the South West & South Wales.

Lintel brand IG Lintels has a new BBA certified Hi-Therm lintel, which offers a thermal performance that is up to five times more efficient than a conventional cavity wall steel alternative.

Dimplex has raised thousands of pounds for charity by sponsoring the Legends Charity Golf Day.

Birmingham brassware manufacturer, Marflow Engineering Ltd, has announced the appointment of David Gannon as its new managing director.

GEZE UK's managing director, Andrew Hall, has resigned and will be leaving the company on 31 December.