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Construction starts rose 10.5% in the first quarter of 2010, thanks mainly to supermarket developments and residential schemes.
Read More »PTS takes on Cystic Fibrosis as chosen charity
Plumbers merchant chain PTS has taken on the Cystic Fibrosis Trust (CFT) as its nominated charity following a two year findraising stint for the NSPCC which raised a whopping £40,000.
Read More »ATAG md to ride through France for charity
Phil Bell, managing director of ATAG Heating is to cycle 800 miles across France on behalf of the British Heart Foundation.
Read More »Cement and aggregates call for investment
Investment in the construction sector is vital for the creation of economic growth, according to the Mineral Products Association.
Read More »Construction product sales stay in recession
Overall construction activty in the UK contracted for the seventh consecutive quarter in 2010 Q1, according to the latest Construction Trade Survey.
Read More »NHIC regrets end of boiler scrappage scheme
The boiler scrappage scheme has the potential to offer more savings, according to Andrew Leech, director of the National Home Improvement Council.
Read More »Thieves strike at Hull builders merchant
Thousands of pounds worth of tools have been stolen from a branch of builders merchant Jewson in Hull.
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Read More »Twyford Bathrooms to close Alsager factory
Bathroom manufacturer Twyford Bathrooms is to stop manufacturing at its factory in Alsager, Cheshire.
Read More »Baxi takes boiler promotion on the road
Boiler manufacturer Baxi is touring merchant premises round the country with its World Cup-themed roadshow promotion.
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