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Mural in support of Lighthouse Charity unveiled image
Mural in support of Lighthouse Charity unveiled
6 March, 2026
Lighthouse Charity, Willmott Dixon and artist Rob Fenton have unveiled a mural at Staffordshire’s new student village in support of men's mental health.
Selco renews sponsorship of Laser Tools Racing with MB Motorsport image
Selco renews sponsorship of Laser Tools Racing with MB Motorsport
Selco Builders Warehouse has renewed its partnership with title-winning Laser Tools Racing with MB Motorsport in the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship for a second consecutive season following its strong debut in 2025.
UK timber imports fall 2.2% in 2025 despite some growth image
UK timber imports fall 2.2% in 2025 despite some growth
Total UK timber and panel product imports reached 9.1 million m³ in 2025, representing a 2.2% decline compared with 2024, according to the latest Timber Development UK (TDUK) figures. While the overall figure indicates a reduction in volumes, the data also highlights a number of areas where imports grew during the year.
BMI widens access to Apprentice of the Year competition image
BMI widens access to Apprentice of the Year competition
BMI UK & Ireland is now accepting video entries for its annual Apprentice of the Year competition, promoting a more inclusive and flexible application process.
Howdens announces sponsorship of Charlie Manby image
Howdens announces sponsorship of Charlie Manby
Howdens has entered into a sponsorship agreement with darts player Charlie Manby.
New research shows worker shortage threatens to bottleneck material sales image
New research shows worker shortage threatens to bottleneck material sales
Dart Tool Group's recent Construction Regions Risk Report shows that the significant workforce shortfall could slow stock turnover, cash flow and project completion.
Polypipe invests in AI automation image
Polypipe invests in AI automation
Polypipe Building Services has enhanced manufacturing efficiency, productivity and sustainability through a major programme of automation investment at its production facility in Aylesford.
Construction activity decline continues, PMI image
Construction activity decline continues, PMI
After showing some signs of resilience at the start of 2026, the UK construction sector recorded an accelerated downturn in output levels during the latest survey period.
UK coatings industry ahead of target for 2030 carbon emission reductions image
UK coatings industry ahead of target for 2030 carbon emission reductions
The British Coatings Federation (BCF) has launched the 2026 edition of its Roadmap to Net Zero, unveiling a strengthened evidence base, revised emissions trajectory, and an urgent call to action for government and industry.
Cemex completes investment programme at Dove Holes Building Products facility image
Cemex completes investment programme at Dove Holes Building Products facility
Cemex UK has reopened its Dove Holes Building Products facility in Derbyshire, following the completion of an investment programme to modernise the plant’s operational processes.
Band of Builders completes 48th project image
Band of Builders completes 48th project
Band of Builders has helped transform the life of Mike Shrimpton, a retired builder and his family, who live in Bishop Stortford, Hertfordshire.
Dover Trussed Roof Company invests in extra capacity image
Dover Trussed Roof Company invests in extra capacity
Calldene Structural Timber Solutions has completed the latest investment phase at its Dover Trussed Roof Company site with a £60,000 investment to increase truss assembly capacity.
ForgeFix champions building supplies sector in  House of Commons image
ForgeFix champions building supplies sector in  House of Commons
The company also raised awareness of its ambitious partnership with Prostate Cancer UK through the ‘Screw Prostate Cancer’ campaign.
Knauf named one of the UK’s Best Employers 2026 image
Knauf named one of the UK’s Best Employers 2026
The business already holds multiple employer and sustainability awards across its global operations.
SR Timber unveils fresh new look image
SR Timber unveils fresh new look
The new branding is on show throughout its literature and on a new customer-friendly website.
Breedon acquires Booth Precast Products image
Breedon acquires Booth Precast Products
Breedon Group has announced its acquisition of Booth Precast Products, a quarrying and concrete business in Co. Laois, following approval by the Competition Authority.
ERP provider Intact rebrands as GenetiQ image
ERP provider Intact rebrands as GenetiQ
The new name reflects both the industry DNA built into the platform through decades of working alongside customers, and the intelligent, adaptive technology that powers it.
Mad March Million is here … and the industry is moving image
Mad March Million is here … and the industry is moving
A month-long, sector-wide movement challenge urging merchants and suppliers to help collectively achieve one million steps throughout March is gathering pace.
CITB college achieves a strong outcome in Ofsted inspection image
CITB college achieves a strong outcome in Ofsted inspection
The inspection found that apprentices are thriving in their training at the National Construction College. They progress quickly and feel confident in applying their skills in training and at work.
Polypipe Building Services calls for proactive water management renewal across education estate image
Polypipe Building Services calls for proactive water management renewal across education estate
Polypipe Building Services has welcomed the Government’s new Education Estates Strategy, describing its focus on long-term resilience and proactive maintenance as essential to safeguarding school buildings across England.
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