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

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.

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The construction industry's route out of recession was hampered by the performance of the commercial property and civil engineering sectors last month according to the latest figures from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply.

Irish builders and plumbers merchant group Grafton saw turnover for 2009 fall 26% on the €2.67 billion achieved in 2008, according to a trading update issued this morning.