Former B&Q marketing director, and Kingfisher communications head takes post at retail trade assocation. 

Marketing manager says the growth and development of the Gardena is a priority. 

Three garden centres – in Brigg, North Lincolnshire, Swansea, Wales, and Calderdale, Halifax – have been hit by thieves in the last week. 

Struggling high street chain, Woolworths is understood to be under pressure to renegotiate its debt. 

Over 80% of people believe that climate change is having an impact on the UK right now and yet 40% of us are doing nothing to reduce our energy use. 

Departure from Konstsmide UK means he is no longer eligible for the position, says association. 

Kingfisher could be at its most vulnerable to a takeover from its American counterpart, Home Depot. 

Robert Dyas' profits have slumped to their lowest level in three years as low customer numbers and 'drought conditions' hit sales. 

Work is now well underway on the £10m state-of-the-art Garden World at Bentham's Way in Southport. 

NHBC's latest statistics show that the principal housing type being started in England, Wales and Northern Ireland is a flat and a maisonette. 

Profile of members' stores raised with new designs. 

STV wins award for supplier performance, delivery, and ease of business. 

Recognition for commitment to sustainability follows National Gold Award at the International Green Apple Awards 2007. 

B&Q's retail profits fall 12% as international businesses grow by 4%. 

New directives, growing consumer awareness, and concerns about the impact of carbon emissions on the environment are driving the overall market for energy efficient lighting to a value of £200m in 2007. 

800,000 tonnes of packaging waste produced by the sector, says government body. 

Topps Tiles saw its total group revenue increase 15.4% to £207.9m and like-for-like sales rise 4.7% in the year ended September 29, 2007. 

Garden centre brings in pet, equestrian, and farm products concession. 

Nottinghamshire outlet puts it at the heart of the community, hardware retailer says. 

Met Office chairman Robert Napier will address the influential CBI annual conference on Tuesday November 27 outlining where and how businesses can thrive in a changing climate.