The Federation of Master Builders today published its manifesto for the general election today, calling for more support for the construction industry.

Wastewater treatment, rainwater harvesting and grease management systems specialist WPL has added to its merchant-dedicated field sales team with the addition of Richard Lander, who covers the Midlands and North Wales.

John Smith has joined Baxi Commercial Division in the role of technical services manager for Andrews Water Heaters and Potterton Commercial Boilers.

Kitchen distributor Allied Kingswood has announced that Jonathan Blair has returned to the company in the new role of national business manager.

OBAS UK, the Lancashire building supply company, has announced three top appointments designed to take the business to the next level.

Richard Jackson has been appointed as the new UK national sales manager at Freefoam Plastics (UK).

East Anglian independent builders merchant Kent Blaxill has appointed Chris Peverett as the new sales representative for the Bury St Edmunds branch.

Timber supplier SCA Timber Supply Ltd is re-organising its sales team from the beginning of next month.

Market Deeping-based builders' merchant The Deepings Trading Company has appointed Ken Burdock as account manager to look after its heavyside civil and landscaping product portfolio.

Builders and plumbers merchant chain Wolseley plc has reported a 15% decline in first-half earnings, but 'good progress' in getting back on track.