Housing charity Shelter has cautiously welcomed the governments New Homes Bonus initiative, but warns that it will not be enough to solve the UK housing crisis.

The UK Timber Frame Association believes government commitment to zero carbon homes will bring a big boost for the timber frame industry.

Building material supplier Hanson UK has obtained planning permission to extend five quarries.

Dunlop Adhesives has announced six more trade mornings with builders merchant Selco, because earlier ones have been so successful.

Dimplex's LAB M range of heat pumps provides efficient heating and hot water for the modern home and has been designed to keep installation costs low.

Gledhill Building Products, the cylinder specialist, has launched slimline versions of its Stainless Lite and Stainless Lite Solar cylinders.

Talon Manufacturing has produced its first issue of a 36 page brochure describing its range of building products.

Dunlop Adhesives is celebrating the success of its range of floor levellers, just six months after the launch.

In response to the growing trend for darker paving, adhesives and sealants manufacturer Cementone has launched a Wide Jointing Compound in granite.

DIY shed chain B&Q has opened its 100th TradePoint outlet.