Bridgwater based Toolstation has raised £2 million for Macmillan Cancer Support in just three years, after it became a partner to the charity in 2020. The funds raised will help Macmillan continue to do whatever it takes to provide vital support to people affected by cancer across the UK; the …
Read More »Toolstation launches Energy Event
Toolstation has launched its Energy Event to help customers with their energy use and save money on their bills throughout Autumn and Winter, as they continue to face a challenging period. Running between 11th and 24th September, customers will be able to browse over 200 energy efficient products available at …
Read More »Travis Perkins to open new Epsom branch
Travis Perkins is opening a brand new branch in Epsom on September 18, creating 16 new jobs as a result. The new Epsom branch is 1.9 acres in size and as part of Travis Perkins’ new ambitions to minimise carbon emissions by 90%, the site will include electric forklift trucks …
Read More »SIG Roofing re-opens fire damaged Dundee branch
Following a fire last year, the long-anticipated reopening of the SIG Roofing Dundee branch will take place September 11. February 27 saw the fire claim the warehouse, branch, and sales office, forcing the business to shut. While the building underwent repairs, the staff continued to trade on site for customers. …
Read More »Pavestone Rally: (publishable) Highlights from Day 2 & 3
What else are you going to do over four days in a car that cost you less than £500 to buy, with three colleagues, a boot-load of fancy dress costumes, and the challenge of getting to Milan in one piece? The 2023 Pavestone Rally, raising money for four amazing charities, …
Read More »Savoy Timber celebrates key acquisition
After more than 70 years of trading, Savoy Timber Ltd, a Lancashire-headquartered family business, has been acquired by Savoy Timber Holdings Ltd, a new company set up by Chris Powell of Estate Sawmills Ltd, a fast-growing Bradford-based timber merchant. Established in 1952, Savoy Holdings, which trades as Savoy Timber, has …
Read More »WorldGBC launches World Green Building Week ahead of COP28
The Building The Transition campaign is calling on the global building and construction sector to accelerate the transition to secure an energy efficient, regenerative and just future for all – it has been created by the World Green Building Council. Now in its 15th year, the week-long event will show …
Read More »Pavestone rally 2023: Day One
And they’re off! @pavestonerally @Variety the Children’s Charity @Rainy Day Trust @British Heart Foundation #pavestonerally2023 ###fundraising #rally #DayHighlights #thatsnotyyouricecream ♬ Boom, Boom, Boom, Boom!! – Vengaboys Spotted out and about – wonder where THIS car is going? @pavestonerally #pavestonerally2023 #fundraising #rally #toystory #woodyandbuzz ♬ You Got A Friend In Me …
Read More »Federation of Master Builders say “builders could be overwhelmed” following RAAC crisis
The Federation of Master Builders has explained how Builders could be overwhelmed with repair work to schools, hospitals, theatres, and other unsafe public buildings due to failing RAAC panels. The government revealed 156 schools contained reinforced autoclave aerated concrete, RAAC, of which 104 required urgent action with 52 already repaired. …
Read More »Selco charity golf day raises £11,000 for Cancer Research
Selco Builders Warehouse’s Swansea branch has announced it has raised £11,000 for Cancer Research UK, in a charity golf day. Jason Delaney, deputy branch manager at Selco Swansea on Upper Forest Way organised the event, it saw 80 players attend – all with the aim of raising money for charity. …
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