News

The bad news is that the construction industry is 20% down on where it was before the financial crisis. The good news is that it will return. The middling news is that we may not get all 20% back.

Garry McDonald told delegates at the All-Industry Conference that housebuilding's future is fairly bright, but the industry needs to become more innovative and efficient.

If your employees are fully engaged in your business, then you will in all probability have a better business.

As Communications Partner to the BMF All Industry Conference, BMJ will be bringing you all the news and views from the three-day event.

Plumbers merchant Plumb Center and sister company Parts Center have released apps for Android smartphones.

Staff, customers and suppliers from Glasgow and Clyde branches of plumbers' merchant Graham took to their bikes to raise more than £2,000 for children's charity Barnardo's.

Building chemical manufacturer Sika has acquired Everbuild Building Products Ltd, the independent manufacturer of sealants, adhesives and construction chemicals.

Howarth Timber & Building Supplies has employed two new apprentices at its Thorne branch.

Martin Clarke, chief executive of the British Precast Concrete Federation, has been awarded an OBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours.

Plumbers merchant Wolseley UK - parent company of Plumb Center, Parts Center and Burdens ¬- has launched a management training programme for graduates.