Independent builders merchant John Nicholls is to close its Stratford plumbing and heating branch from September 1, in order to better focus on developing the rest of the business.
Read More »Housing starts show three month fall
After growing steadily for six months, the value of private housing starts fell in the three months to July according to the latest data from industry analysts Glenigan.
Read More »Ibstock gains responsible sourcing standard
Brick manufacturer Ibstock been awarded a 'very good' rating in its factory assessment for the responsible sourcing standard, BES 6001.
Read More »Lafarge offers new home to angry swan
A particularly aggressive swan has been evicted to a quarry site owned by Lafarge Aggregates.
Read More »CPA urges caution over construction growth figures
The Office of National Statistics might be reporting a sharp increase in construction output, but the Construction Products Association is warning that the industry is still in a precarious position.
Read More »Graham and Curzon open new super branch
Graham, the plumbers merchant, has relocated its Leeds branch to brand new premises in order to create its latest heating and plumbing super-branch.
Read More »Government new homes scheme ‘not enough’
Housing charity Shelter has cautiously welcomed the governments New Homes Bonus initiative, but warns that it will not be enough to solve the UK housing crisis.
Read More »Timber framers welcome zero carbon announcement
The UK Timber Frame Association believes government commitment to zero carbon homes will bring a big boost for the timber frame industry.
Read More »Hanson to extend quarries
Building material supplier Hanson UK has obtained planning permission to extend five quarries.
Read More »Dunlop rolls out more trade mornings
Dunlop Adhesives has announced six more trade mornings with builders merchant Selco, because earlier ones have been so successful.
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