Builders and plumbers merchant group Wolseley yesterday saw its shares rise to their highest level since October.

Towel rail manufacturer Dimplex has a new model, the new DTR70, in its Daytona range of towel rails.

Radiator manufacturer Dimplex is expanding its portfolio of low carbon heating solutions with the launch of SmartRad, a range of wall-mounted fan convector radiators.

Throughout February, March and April, Alpha Heating Innovation is giving away the new Fernox TF1 in-line filter with all CDC combi and CDS system boilers.

Despite falling more than 12% in 2009, output in the construction industry is likely to fall a further 3% this year, according to the latest construction forecasts from the Construction Products Association.

Three members of staff at builders merchants Buildbase jumped off a pier into an icy sea on Boxing day.

The Bathroom Manufacturers Association has announced the dates and theme for its 2010 conference.

Housing Minister John Healey has doubled Government cash for new council homes.

Builders and plumbers merchant group Wolseley has sold its Irish businesses to private investor-backed concern WIBHM Limited.

Stock prices for publically quoted builders and plumbers merchants are benefitting from the news of the Boiler Scrappage Scheme as traders believe that the scheme will mean increased sales.