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Builders and timber merchants Lawsons have taken part in a cycle ride to Paris to raise money for their chosen charity, Macmillan Cancer Support. It is part of a companywide initiative to raise enough cash to support a Macmillan nurse for a year.

Alumasc Water Management Solutions (AWMS) has formed a new Merchant Support Team to offer a unique level of support for customers.

Independent timber and builders merchant Ridgeons, has wished an employee from its Lowestoft branch a happy retirement after almost 11 years of service.

Travis Perkins plc has been recognised by WWF-UK with the highest timber scorecard rating for sustainably sourcing timber products.

Weber, part of Saint-Gobain, will become the 150th supplier member of the Builders Merchants Federation when it officially joins the trade association later this month.

Builders merchant RGB Building Supplies is to open a new branch in Devon and expand another in the region following a family and management buyout.

Former Leeds United players, Eddie Gray and Noel Whelan, experienced life behind the trade counter of a builder's merchant for a day in an effort to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.

The inaugural Bob Beaver Memorial Clay Pigeon Shoot took place under some fabulous weather conditions at the Royal Berkshire Shooting School.

Roofing and facades manufacturer Marley Eternit has unveiled its new look training centre, following a complete refurbishment of facilities and new course content.

World War One Staffordshire Regiment historic hero William Coltman was honoured in a 14 mile walk on 2 August, organised by Derbyshire-based door distributor JB Kind in conjunction with the National Memorial Arboretum and undertaken by more than 50 people.