A management buy-out (MBO) by three of BDC's senior management team, has meant the north-London based distribution brand will continue. 

Supermarket Asda has said it will create more than 7,000 new jobs in 2009 as it expands the non-food format. 

Kingfisher, owner of B&Q, are planning to double its business in Poland over the next five years as waves of Poles head back to the country. 

An east-London museum is showcasing innovative and ethically designed products for the home and garden. 

Woolworths Group plc was last night granted an application for an order of administration. 

The spotlight was turned on pre-pack administrations as an influential panel of MPs looked into whether companies were abusing the system. 

Kitchenware company ProCook has been forced to close 18 stores across the country. 

Marks and Spencer outlets earmarked for closure are possible targets for the supermarket chains, according to the high street retailer. 

German coffee and homeware chain Tchibo looks like exiting the UK market following the closure of concessions up-and-down the country. 

The British Hardware Federation's award winners for 2009 were announced at the Totally shows in London. 

The North American DIY market has taken a blow with the news Home Depot plans to cut 7,000 jobs. 

Senior staff across 300 of DIY chain’s stores are at risk of redundancy following a 10% decline in sales over the Christmas period. 

DIY chain calls for government investigation after credit insurers withdraw almost all cover for Focus’ suppliers. 

Bromborough Paint & Building Supplies has sold its builders merchant business at Eastham to Beers Timber & Building Supplies. 

Flying Brands - the Jersey and Essex based home and gardening products group - has issued a profits warning in its latest trading update. 

Wm Morrison has won the battle of the supermarkets this Christmas after reporting like-for-like sales of 8.2%. 

Shares in Speedy Hire plunged by almost 50% as news of a profit fall emerged yesterday. 

Travis Perkins - owners of DIY store Wickes as well more than 600 builders merchants outlets nationwide - has blamed the downturn in the housing market for a slump in profits. 

Brintex, organisers of Totally DIY, Totally Tools and Totally Secure, has announced a major change for the 2010 show - a move from Earls Court, London to the NEC in Birmingham to co-locate with Spring Fair. 

Grosvenor Garden Centre has raised more than £3,000 for a Chester-based charity.