According to the latest report from the CIPS/Markit index the fall in construction purchasing accelerated in October.
Read More »Government launches regeneration scheme for Thames Gateway
A multi-million pound proposal for a regeneration scheme to transform the heart of Purfleet in the Thames Gateway was set out today.
Read More »Stanley to buy Black & Decker
Tool manufacturer Stanley Works is to buy its power tools and DIY equipment rival Black & Decker.
Read More »New register to raise building standards
In a drive to raise standards a new Industry Standards Register is being launched by the Kitchen, Bathroom and Bedroom Industries National Training Group.
Read More »Wolseley backs HSE asbestos campaign
Builders and plumbers merchant group Wolseley UK is supporting the HSE's Asbestos 'The Hidden Killer' campaign which starts today. Build Center, Plumb Center and Parts Center are among the brands supporting the campaign.
Read More »Construction is “biggest boost” to UK economy
The construction industry generates a greater increase in GDP per £1 spent than almost any other sector, according to a report released last week.
Read More »Princess Royal visits eco building material supplier
HRH Princess Anne, The Princess Royal, visited Halifax-based i-plas to see their recycled building material which is revolutionising construction and building.
Read More »Construction recession deepens
Output in the UK construction industry continued to decline in the third quarter of 2009m, the Construction Products Association said today.
Read More »Boiler scrappage campaigner calls for Brown to “get off his bum”
A government energy minister, the Mayor of London, the CORGI Trust, and 53 MPs from across the House of Commons have given their support to the campaign, started by Hampshire plumbers' merchant Mick Williams, for a scrappage scheme to help householders replace costly, inefficient boilers.
Read More »Scottish builders call for VAT rate cut
Scottish Building Federation chief executive Michael Levack has called for a reduction in the rate of VAT levied on building works to help recession-hit firms.
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