The Office of National Statistics has revealed that construction orders have fallen by £17bn since the begining of the recession.
Read More »Former Buildbase and Keyline directors open new online builders merchant
A new online builders merchant has been set up by the former directors of builders merchants Buildbase and John Fleming, the former owners of MGM Timber and a former director of Keyline Builders Merchants.
Read More »NBG takes on Sika
Independent builders merchant buying group NBG LLP has signed up Sika as a supplier of building chemicals.
Read More »Mira Showers helps African children
A member of the customer services team at shower manufacturer Mira Showers has been building an adventure playground for children in Gambia.
Read More »Lafarge Cement scoops Buildbase Scotland’s Supplier of the Year
Lafarge Cement has been named 2009 Supplier of the Year by builders merchant Buildbase's Scottish region.
Read More »Wienerberger takes on Desimpel bricks range
The world's biggest brick manufacturer, Wienerberger is now distributing the Despimel range of bricks in the UK. Desimpel was formerly part of the Hanson brick portfolio.
Read More »Revenue warns employers of PAYE changes
Businesses could be penalised if they are not prepared for PAYE changes this spring, HM Revenue & Customs has warned.
Read More »Plumb Center puts renewables in the spotlight at Ecobuild
At Ecobuild 2010, the Practical Installer section, in association with Plumb Center, will put the latest innovations in renewables under the spotlight.
Read More »Ecobuild Fringe adds to offer
A new development for the 2010 show, the Ecobuild fringe is a series of events taking place throughout the show on a variety of related topics.
Read More »Ecobuild conference puts sustainability at the forefront
The Ecobuild conference forms an important part of the Ecbuild programme over the three days from March 2 to March 4.
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