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The UK construction sector saw business activity and incoming new work continuing to rise at robust rates in march, according to the latest Markit/CIPS UK Construction Purchasing Managers' Index® (PMI®.

A ground-breaking eco self build project, featured on Channel 4 TV's Grand Designs, was built with help from builders merchant Jewson.

Grafton Group, Jewson, Wolseley, NMBS and Plumbing Trade Supplies are among 12 merchants that have secured spots on a large-scale materials framework for social landlords worth up to £250m over four years.

Builders and plumbers merchant OBAS UK is planning to expand the business after securing a six-figure loan.

Home improvement applications increased by 12% on average across the UK in 2014, according to the recently released Barbour ABI home-improver analysis.

Plumbers merchant Plumb and Parts Center has opened a brand new branch on Anglesey and plans to open 10 new locations within the next year.

Anti-scald bathroom product manufacturer, Inta, has raised £2,541 for charity with the help of Premier League footballer Mario Balotelli.

Builders merchant Gibbs & Dandy has announced it will donate an extra £10,500 to charities, voluntary groups and community projects in 2015.

The St Ives branch of builders merchant Gibbs & Dandy has opened a specialist decorating centre after partnering with ICI Paints Akzo Nobel.

UK privately-owned fitted furniture manufacturer, The Symphony Group, has joined the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF).