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Sharp rises across all three categories of construction activity in August has led to greater strains on supplier capacity, industry data has suggested.

The Liberal Democrats have revealed plans for five new laws to protect the environment as part of its political manifesto for next year's general election.

Builders merchanting and DIY Group Grafton has acquired Kent-based general merchanting business Direct Builders Merchants Ltd.

Manufacturer of domestic heating and hot water products, Baxi, has rebranded its service division 'heateam' to 'Baxi Customer Support'.

Manufacturer of industrial power tools DEWALT has secured a partnership with UK Military charity Help for Heroes.

Covers Timber and Builders Merchants has signed a deal with Chichester City Youth Football Club to sponsor their under 14`s and brand new Under 7`s team.

Lagan Cement Products Ltd is the latest company to join the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) as a supplier member.

Plumbers merchant Plumb Center is supporting Gas Safety Week by challenging its 520 branches to get at least 100 customers to sign an e-petition, which aims to stop needless carbon monoxide (CO) deaths.

Builders merchanting group Grafton reported an increase in sales and profit in the six months to 30 June 2014, helped by improving trading conditions.

TIMco, the independent supplier of screws and fixings, has reported an 18% increase in turnover to £16.1m, allowing the business to make further investments in people, warehousing and products.