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This year's BMA Bathroom Conference has been described by BMA President Steve Lee as "the industry event of the year".
Read More »Lafarge Cement win EA award for water saving
An innovative scheme to cut water use has earned cement manufacturer Lafarge Cement two awards at the Environment Agency's Water Efficiency Awards.
Read More »House prices rise in October
House prices rose 0.2% in October, according to Hometrack's national housing survey.
Read More »Fermacell brand launches as trading company
Xella Dry Lining Systems has changed its registered trading name for the UK and Ireland to Fermacell.
Read More »Construction orders continue to fall
According to the latest report from the CIPS/Markit index the fall in construction purchasing accelerated in October.
Read More »Government launches regeneration scheme for Thames Gateway
A multi-million pound proposal for a regeneration scheme to transform the heart of Purfleet in the Thames Gateway was set out today.
Read More »Stanley to buy Black & Decker
Tool manufacturer Stanley Works is to buy its power tools and DIY equipment rival Black & Decker.
Read More »New register to raise building standards
In a drive to raise standards a new Industry Standards Register is being launched by the Kitchen, Bathroom and Bedroom Industries National Training Group.
Read More »Wolseley backs HSE asbestos campaign
Builders and plumbers merchant group Wolseley UK is supporting the HSE's Asbestos 'The Hidden Killer' campaign which starts today. Build Center, Plumb Center and Parts Center are among the brands supporting the campaign.
Read More »Construction is “biggest boost” to UK economy
The construction industry generates a greater increase in GDP per £1 spent than almost any other sector, according to a report released last week.
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