The Government's Housing Bill has confirmed housing as a key priority for the new government, forming a key part of the new legislative agenda.
Read More »Sunderland legend opens new Plumbase showroom
Former Sunderland footballer Marco Gabbiadini has helped unveil a new showroom for Plumbase, marking the first of several new concepts due to roll out across the UK this year.
Read More »Russell Roof Tiles to shed the pounds
Members of the sales team at roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles are aiming to lose a massive 12st 7lbs in just nine weeks, raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support in the process.
Read More »Change at the top as Triton turns 40
Managing director of shower manufacturer Triton, Lorna Fellowes, has announced she will leave the business after 23 years of service to take up a new role with head company the Norcros Group.
Read More »Huws Gray conquers the three peaks
A team of Huws Gray employees, family and friends have raised almost £5000 for Hope House Children's Hospice after hiking up the three highest peaks in Scotland, England and Wales.
Read More »Microsoft’s former head of digital marketing signs for BMF Members’ Day
The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) has secured the services of a digital marketing communication expert for its Members' Day in September at Carden Park Golf Resort & Spa near Chester.
Read More »Construction companies urge reduction in carbon use
More than 50 major companies, including builders merchant chain Travis Perkins, Saint-Gobain, Knauf Insulation and Worcester, Bosch, have united in highlighting to the Government the "major economic opportunity" offered by reducing carbon emissions from buildings.
Read More »Knauf Insulation supports Travis Perkins’ branch refurbishment
Knauf Insulation has been providing Travis Perkins with technical support, displays and tools for its newly refurbished flagship Northampton branch in an effort to raise awareness of whole house insulation solutions for the builders merchant's customers.
Read More »Howarth Timber fined after roofer plunges to death
Howarth Timber and Building Supplies has been fined for serious safety breaches after a labourer plunged more than eight metres to his death at the merchant's site in Tottenham, north London.
Read More »Twyford hits the jackpot
Bathroom manufacturer Twyford has secured a 12-month sponsorship deal with two-time Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) world darts champion Adrian 'Jackpot' Lewis, in an effort to raise brand awareness with installers, the trade and end consumers.
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