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Scott Parnell Limited has transitioned control of the company to an Employee Ownership Trust. The decision to restructure the company was made to ensure the company’s independence and to recognise the hard work and commitment of its employees. Management of the company will be uninterrupted with founders Dave Scott and …

According to Polypipe Building Products, builders’ and plumbers’ merchants will play a key role in helping heating installers comply with the updated Part L regulations. New research has revealed that installer awareness of the new building regulations is low, almost half of heating installers admitted they were not aware of …

The Cirrus Consortium has launched their sixth succession of Building Materials Framework, which is for the next four-years and is available across England, Wales and Scotland. The Cirrus Consortium has been an effective route to market for contracting authorities for the last decade, it consists of Registered Providers of Social …

Darts legend Bobby George was there to open the MKM Wigan branch, as MKM continues to launch new sites in 2023. The Wigan branch will offer a product range focused on serving the local community, backed up by a team of industry experts. The branch will be run by Gary …

Kerridge Commercial Systems announces it is supporting the Builders Merchants Federation’s Apprenticeship Pledge, and have committed to take on 70 apprentices. The BMF started the pledge to help take control of the skills gap in the building materials industry and stated they want to achieve 15,000 apprentices by 2030. “We …

Travis Perkins has relocated from Tame Valley Industrial Estate to Tame Retail and Trade Park, which is half a mile away. The new branch is set to open on July 24, it will be 1.8 acres and includes a 2,700 sq ft sales area. It also has a Travis Perkins …

West Fraser has been recognised by the Builders’ Merchant Federation for their excellent relationship with the builders’ merchant community. The Builders’ Merchant Federation has compiled a list of Top 100 Supplier Influencers in the merchant sector which is based on involvement, presence and commitment to the industry. West Fraser has …

PJH has announced it is adding 75 sustainable vehicles to their national transport fleet, with a new modern livery. The vehicles range in size from 3.5 ton vans to 44 ton articulated trucks, that are extremely low emission Euro 6 models. The new fleet also forms of PJH’s commitment to …

A team from Russell Roof Tiles (RRT) has completed the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge, raising the single largest amount this year, with £6,000 being added to the charity pot. This marks another milestone in the company’s efforts to raise £40,000 for local charities and good causes as part of its …

National merchant Jewson recently held its fourth annual ‘Monster’ event raising vital funds for its official charity partner, Band of Builders. The T20 Monster Blast saw six teams of cricket players from Jewson’s business units based around the UK fight it out to be the Grand Final winners. As well …