Following news that the distribution company has entered administration this week, managing director Geoff Hounslea comments on the situation. 

The cathedral city of Cologne, which plays host to the international garden show, once again received praise from exhibitors at spoga+gafa 2008. 

Following its incredibly successful launch last year, the Housewares Conference will return in Spring 2009. 

B&Q told press ad claiming a spotlight was cheaper than one from John Lewis must not appear again in its current form. 

Begbies Traynor appointed to handle case of national housewares and DIY distributor. 

Head of marketing signs up for same role at the UK garden and leisure company, Gardman. 

Having beaten off stiff competition from dozens of entries to the Glee Awards, the shortlisted entries for the retail categories have been announced. 

When the Garden Centre Association opens the Ruxley Rose competition later this month, it will stress entries embrace creativity and consider a changing marketplace. 

Design consultants tell Daily Record they are being 'forced' to sign contracts. 

Carbon monoxide detector, Article No: 822611 

Survey finds consumers plan to spend less on decorations and presents, but more on food and drink 

Bank funds development of manufacturing buildings and storage facilities at Hartlebury headquarters. Eardisley site to close this year. 

Right decision for now, but we expect the 'inevitable decline' soon, says Alan Hawkins. 

Five stores this year across the UK 

Specialist supplier of gardening and leisure products winds down its two depots in St Helens and Beckford. 

The sale of the group's garden centre operation could go through imminently. 

Popular TV comedian, panel game and chat show guest, Ed Byrne headlines the entertainment at next year’s DIY gala charity dinner, at the Royal Garden Hotel, in London. 

The Rainy Day Trust Annual Review, which reports on the work undertaken by the charity during the previous year, will see its distribution grow to cover the readers of DIY Week, Housewares and BMJ. 

Marketing head highlights support and product development as company commits to creating an extensive portfolio. 

Nicholas Marshall, owner of Country Homes & Gardens, takes on chief executive post to drive next phase of development and expansion.