Construction output decreased in volume terms in December 2023, ONS finds

Quarterly construction output saw a decrease of in Q4 2023 compared to Q3, with monthly output decreasing in volume terms in December.

Builders merchants sales mirror downturn in construction, BMBI reports

Figures for the final quarter of 2023 released in the latest BMF Builders Merchants Building Index has confirmed the extent of the downturn in construction during the quarter and over the course of the year.

SIG Roofing headline sponsors RCI Show 2024

SIG Roofing is to be the headline sponsor at the RCI Show 2024, stating its delight to support the key event that has grown in importance for the industry each year since its conception in 2016.

NTS appoints commercial and operations director

National Timber Systems has appointed Richard Jarvis to the newly created role of commercial and operations director.

Construction business optimism hits two-year high, despite subdued order books, PMI...

UK construction companies have indicated a strong improvement in business activity expectations, with optimism reaching its highest level for two years.

CCF opens new branch in Norwich

Insulation distributor CCF has opened a new branch in Norwich to serve trade specialists across the East Anglia region with both interior building materials and technical support.

NBP commits to consistent product pricing

Northern Building Plastics has declared consistent product pricing across all four of its “Super Depots” in response to increasing inconsistent pricing practices in construction.

BMF strengthens Irish presence as Chadwicks Goup joins the Group

Chadwicks Group has joined the Builders Merchants Federation, extending the trade body’s presence in Ireland.

BMF expands training and development team with two key appointments

The Builders Merchants Federation has further enhanced its training and development team with two key appointments.

Lease Van calls for stricter punishment for tool thieves

Lease Van is calling for offenders to have harsher sentences in hopes of reducing the amount of tool thefts in the UK.