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PTS have announced they has raised an impressive£177,304 for Age Concern, over the their two-year partnership with the charity, comfortably exceeding their original target of £150,000.

Fastener Fair Coventry will be the biggest one ever, say the show organisers, with more exhibitors than in any previous year.

Newcastle-based merchant chain JT Dove launched a brand new division this month, devoted to helping reduce carbon emissions in the region.

Anne Ganley, managing director of Sunderland-based Thompson Building Centres is now the sole owner of the multi-million pound business, after a management buyout of other family members.

Sussex-based Independent builders merchants Chandlers Building Supplies, were celebrating earlier this month after opening a brand new branch.

Environment Minister Phil Woolas has been confirmed as the latest speaker for the 2008 Bathroom Conference.

Cemex have launched what they claim is the UK's first pallet collection system within the cement industry for their packed cement products.

Newly elected chairman of the Construction Products Association (CPA) Adrian Barden, addressed a 500-strong audience at the CPA annual lunch this week, and warned the UK must remain competitive to prevent businesses moving abroad to countries with lower environmental standards.

Brintex, organisers of the DIY & Garden Show and Totally Tools, have announced a brand new look for the 2009 show, including a new layout and a new name.

Three new selling guides have been issued by the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF), covering metal drylining systems, performance plasterboards and pitched roof products.