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Buttle’s, the independent builders’ merchant based in St Albans, has been recognised by Investors In People (IIP) as a great place to work. Formed in 1919, Buttle’s has branches in Leighton Buzzard, Enfield, St Albans and Kentish Town. Fran Boast, Head of People and Development, said: “The Investors in People …

Dogs on the Street (DOTS) – the charity that supports homeless people with dogs across the UK – has received additional support this New Year thanks to a donation from Knightsbridge. DOTS is a volunteer-led, not-for-profit charity dedicated to supporting dog owners in the homeless community. Homelessness can be an …

Industrial plumbing and heating distributor TG Lynes  will celebrate its 110th anniversary in 2022. The Enfield company is planning a series of events  throughout the year, which will see engagement with local communities, colleagues, customers and suppliers. TG Lynes stocks industry leading brands and supplies thousands of products including valves, steel …

h&b has named International Plywood as its 2021 Supplier of the Year at the group’s Annual Members Event at the Belfry. h&b commended International Plywood for its excellent service levels, commitment to the Group and the assistance it gives h&b members, especially at a time of significant shortages in the …

Building products manufacturer Forterra has confirmed “significant double digit price selling increases delivered across key products in late 2021/January 2022 with management continuing to review the cost landscape before determining when further price increases will be applied.” Chief executive Stephen Harrison said that the strong customer demand seen through 2021 …

SIG UK has become a partner of the Supply Chain Sustainability School (SCSS). The partnership will provide the resources to help SIG UK lead the conversation on sustainable building practices both internally and with its supply chain. SIG UK will encourage suppliers to join the school, making use of the …

Builders merchant Travis Perkins is set to relocate to a new branch in Bristol St. Philips. The new branch is 1.7 acres bigger in size and will be located on Days Road. It opens its doors on the 7th February. The existing 11 strong team from the Albert Road branch will transfer …

Naylor Industries welcomed two important visitors to its manufacturing sites last week, the Lord Lieutenant – the Queen’s representative in South Yorkshire  – and MP Miriam Cates. Professor Dame Hilary Chapman DBE visited Naylor’s Wombwell site  on 20 January to formally present the company with the Queen’s Award the Clayware …

Intergas is changing its name from Intergas Boilers to Intergas Heating Solutions with immediate effect. This heralds the launch of its portfolio of new products, some of which will be launched in 2022, and reflects the company’s goal to reduce its impact on the environment. Stephen Zouch, managing director, Intergas …

 Construction output in the industry will grow by a 4.3% in 2022, according to the latest forecasts from the Construction Products Association, slowing to 2.5% in 2023 compared to the 13.3% seen in 2021. Housebuilding  is expected to remain buoyant while infrastructure will be the major driver for growth. Projects …