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Aircrete block maker H+H UK, maker of the Celcon brand, is one of the 10 greenest companies in the UK.

Sales at DIY shed chain B&Q were down slightly in the first quarter, although both retail profit and gross margins rose.

British Gas is creating a network of insulation depots across the country.

Graham, the plumbers' merchant sister to builders merchant Jewson, has a new spare parts service.

Independent tile and stone stockiest Tile Depot is opening a new stor next week in Crawley, West Sussex.

The Ironmongery Center in Kirkcaldy, part of builders merchant group Wolseley UK has undergone a major refurbishment.

Activity in the construction industry grew last month at the strongest rate since September 2007 according to a new report published today.

Housing starts in the three months to April 2010 rose by 74% compared with a year ago, says the National Housebuilding Council.

Landscaping and paving suppliers Global Stone won a Silver Medal Award at last week's Chelsea Flower Show.

The conference programme for the annual Bathroom Manufacturers Association conference includes speakers from The Bank of England, Glenigan and The John Lewis Partnership.