The Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Danny Alexander, has today (September 23), announced the creation of the new National Infrastructure Plan Strategic Engagement Forum.
Read More »Natural Paving raises money for Greenfingers
Staff from natural stone landscaping producer Natural Paving have presented a cheque for £1,600 to a charity that creates gardens at children's hospices nationwide.
Read More »Housing takes centre stage in economy debate
As the party conference season takes hold, housing moves into the spotlight as a driver of economic recovery.
Read More »Drain Center holds Utilities and Civils Exhibit
Drain Center and MCA Hire are holding a utilities and civils exhibition.
Read More »Exclusive: Greg Barker praises merchants’ service
Greg Barker MP, the minister of state for energy and climate change, praised merchants’ level of service during a visit to plumbers merchant PTS yesterday.
Read More »Green Deal retro-fit postponed for four months
The Government's flagship Green Deal initiative hit another obstacle this week when it was announced that the scheme has been delayed.
Read More »Lafarge Plasterboard rebrands as Siniat
Plasterboard manufacturer Lafarge Plasterboard has changed its name to Siniat, following its acquisition by the Etex group.
Read More »Quinn Radiators rides for charity
Clare Hasprey, a specification manager from Quinn Radiators has completed the London to Brighton bike ride, in aid of the British Heart Foundation.
Read More »Unimer adds Smith to board
Dennis Smith, managing director of Bradfords Building Supplies Ltd has joined the board of merchant buying co-operative Unimer as a Non-Executive Director.
Read More »Merchant md appears on News at Ten
The managing director of north-east independent builders merchant Thompson Building Centres made an appearance on ITN's News at Ten bulletin on Tuesday night.
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