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Students digesting their A level and GCSE results this summer are being encouraged to consider pursuing a career in construction by insulation specialist Actis. With the new government committing to delivering 1.5 million new homes during the current parliament, the industry needs more people to work in areas such as …

MKM Building Supplies (MKM) will open its 130th branch in Rotherham on September 2; open to tradespeople and the public, it will create 18 new jobs. MKM Rotherham will be led by branch directors Ryan Brooks and Jack Griffiths, both lifelong residents of South Yorkshire, bringing a combined experience of …

Instantor has become Industrial Associates of the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE), Associate Members of the Scottish and Northern Ireland Plumbing Employers’ Federation (SNIPEF) and Supplier Members of the Association of Plumbing & Heating Contractors (APHC). Instantor has been manufacturing plumbing products since 1926, are market leaders …

Landscaping and building materials specialist Marshalls has opened a new design centre at The Leather Market, a short walk from London Bridge station. The centre is designed with creativity in mind, enabling visitors to visualise its product ranges virtually and experiment with a wide variety of material types, and is …

Ladder and access solutions provider WernerCo is rebranding with immediate effect as ProDriven Global Brands, the better to reflect its growth strategy serving the professional construction, industrial and automotive industries. Justin White, managing director at ProDriven Global Brands for the UK, says: “The name change reflects a significant transformation for our …

A Windsor primary school has created a special sensory garden ahead of the new academic year – with the help of Selco’s Slough builders merchant branch. Cranbourne Primary School, based on Lovel Road in Winkfield, has created ‘The Nook’ to support children at the school in exploring the outdoors in …

Maddie’s Day 2024 will take place on Friday September 20th, and the whole industry is urged to take part, to inspire the young generation and show support for the great work of the Maddie Rose Campaign.   The Maddie Rose Campaign is dedicated to inspiring and supporting young people to …

The Navigator team has finished possibly the longest charity fundraising sponsored walk ever has just been completed by a team of 42 members of staff – and has so far raised more than £3,800 The group’s virtual walk involved the need to cover 25,681,901 steps in total in just 83 …

Dulux Decorator Centre has expanded its delivery options; taking customer feedback on board, Dulux Decorator Centre has introduced an e-cargo bike service at two stores in London. The new e-cargo bikes provide London-based customers with a fast and efficient option that promises to deliver within just 90 minutes. In partnership …

Benchmarx Kitchens and Joinery, a subsidiary of Travis Perkins, has announced it has completed a comprehensive refurbishment of its Northampton showroom on Harvey Reeves Road. This major upgrade underscores the company’s commitment to supporting both the trade sector and homeowners with kitchens for every style and budget by leveraging the …