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British construction activity has seen the fastest output for almost six years in August, with residential construction remaining the strongest performing sector.
Collier & Catchpole takes on more apprentices
Independent East Anglian builders merchant Collier & Catchpole have taken on a further two apprentices this summer, after being encouraged by the early success of the apprenticeships scheme.
BMF backs British manufacturing at Thomas Dudley
UK manufacturer Thomas Dudley welcomed Builders Merchant Federation managing director John Newcomb to its foundry and plastics plant in the West Midlands recently.
Saniflo staff raise £10,000 after Ben Nevis challenge
Ten Saniflo representatives have collectively raised £10,000 for Cancer Research UK after walking to the top of the UK's highest mountain, Ben Nevis, in Scotland.
British Gypsum takes part in cycle challenge
Plaster and drylining manufacturer British Gypsum have raised just under £14,000 for charity after employees took part in a gruelling yet enjoyable 100 mile cycle challenge.
SIG joins the BMF
SIG, one of Europe's leading suppliers of specialist building products, has joined the Builders Merchants Federation.
DMU student joins Pochin
A business and marketing student from the De Montfort University is joining East Midlands independent plumbing and heating merchant and bathroom retailer Pochin.
Haemmerlin obtain new stockists thanks to IBC
UK wheelbarrow manufacturer Haemmerlin has seen a growth in stockists and sales thanks to a promotion run by independent builders merchant buying group IBC.
MKM contracts to maintain Hull housing stock
Independent builders merchant MKM Building Supplies will provide building materials to maintain Hull's entire social housing stock after landing a three year, multi-million pound contract.
Kent Blaxill embark on Tour de Branch
Independent East Anglian builders merchant Kent Blaxill will be travelling to all eight of its branches in a cycle ride to celebrate 175 years of continuous trading.
