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The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) has welcomed trussed rafter supplier Pasquill into its membership, the latest company to join following the formation of the BMF Timber Forum.
Read More »OBAS to create new jobs after securing Lloyds Bank partnership
Preston builders and plumbers merchant OBAS UK has agreed a refinancing package in partnership with Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking, resulting in six additional jobs with five further roles anticipated for the New Year.
Read More »Small builders back Government’s new homes plan
The Government's flagship Starter Homes initiative launched today (15th December) has been welcomed by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), with a number of FMB house builders already pledging their support.
Read More »Graham awards suppliers and staff at annual conference
Worcester Bosch, Wavin, Vaillant and Bristan were the suppliers awarded at plumbers merchant Graham's annual conference at Leeds Armouries.
Read More »Private equity firm acquires Ibstock
International building materials group CRH has reached an agreement to sell brick manufacturer Ibstock to US private equity company Bain Capital.
Read More »Miliband supports BMF on fair payment
"You are totally right, because it helps firms create wealth, and makes for better lives for the people you represent" was the message from Ed Miliband MP to the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) on the question of late, part or non-payment of bills.
Read More »Olympic marathon kayaker to speak at BMF Conference 2015
Britain's most successful female marathon kayaker, Anna Hemmings MBE, is the latest speaker signed up for the BMF All Industry Conference 2015.
Read More »Rothley supports re-built Carvers
DIY and hardware products specialists Rothley has supplied builders merchant Carvers with a full range of products as part of their re-development following a serious fire.
Read More »London dominates UK construction for seventh consecutive month
London accounted for a quarter of the total value of construction contracts awarded in November - the same as the North West, North East and Yorkshire combined, figures have revealed.
Read More »GDHIF: Solid wall insulation funding snapped up
The £24 million worth of funding for solid wall insulation released through the reopening of the Green Deal Home Improvement Fund (GDHIF) has already been allocated, just 24 hours after it was made available.
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