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Tarmac will close its Suffolk site the end of this month.
Read More »Jewson launch builders merchant degree
Builders merchant chain Jewson yesterday launched a degree course in builders merchanting in partnership with Birmingham City University and FDF (Foundation Degree Forward).
Read More »Merchant fined after health and safety accident
A Herefordshire-based builders and timber merchant was fined £3,500 with £8,973 after an employee's hand was nailed to a pallet in March last year.
Read More »Alan Ball leaves PTS
Plumbers merchant PTS part of BSS Group has announced that managing director Alan Ball has left the Group today to pursue other interests.
Read More »Grafton Group commit to responsible timber purchasing
Builders and plumbers merchant chain Grafton Merchanting GB has been recognised by the Timber Trade Federation for adopting the Responsible Purchasing Policy (RPP) for timber and timber products.
Read More »BMF backs boiler scrappage scheme
The Builders Merchant Federation has highlighted the importance of the industry Boiler Scrappage Scheme campaign to members.
Read More »Bodmin Blocks in administration
A building materials firm in Cornwall has gone into administration.
Read More »Lafarge Aggregates wins safety award
Lafarge Aggregates & Concrete UK has been named industry leader in health and safety at the Mineral Products Association Health & Safety Awards.
Read More »Tall ship named in honour of builders merchant
A mini tall ship at Hartlepool Marina has been named after former builders merchant, James Edwin Atkinson, whose idea it was.
Read More »Greener brick could help reduce emissions
The makers of a new greener brick say it uses up to 90 per cent less energy and releases 90 per cent less CO2 than traditional bricks.
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