Anglo American plc, current owner of Tarmac, has announced a number of changes across its businesses to create a more streamlined management structure and divest non-core activities.
Read More »Man dies in quarry accident
A 24-year-old man died in an accident at Aggregate Industries' Glensanda Quarry in Argyll last week.
Read More »Badly insulated homes waste millions
Insulation supplier Rockwool has found that around 4.6million households face fuel poverty due to poor energy efficiency and rising utility bills.
Read More »B&Q chief attacks government advert
The chairman of Kingfisher, parent company of DIY retailer B&Q has attacked the government's £6m climate change campaign, claiming it is "negative" and unlikely to mean anything to householders.
Read More »CPA warns government on levy plans
The Construction Products Association has warned the government that investment in the UK could be at risk if it goes ahead with plans to widen the scope of the Community Infrastructure Levy.
Read More »North Yorkshire Timber customer wins Irwin Challenge
Rob Guyll, a customer of timber merchant North Yorkshire Timber in Northallerton, beat nearly 4,000 other contestants to win the Irwin Challenge last week.
Read More »Jewson managers in hair raising charity stunt
Two managers from the Tamworth branch of builders merchants Jewson have raised over £700 for a local hospice.
Read More »Housing starts rise 4% in third quarter
New housing starts were up 4% from July to September with mortgage approvals for September rising 77% compared with a year ago.
Read More »BPF backs Tory planning plans
The British Property Federation has backed plans put forward by the Conservatives to improve the planning system, kickstart housebuilding and promote local community development.
Read More »Crown Paints appoints new purchasing director
Independent paint manufacturer Crown Paints Limited has appointed Darryl Senior to the role of purchasing director.
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