Essex-based ironmongery business reveals 40% increase in turnover in Q1 figures. 

Dorset-based business will relocate to ex-Woolies unit. 

Home Hardware Scotland has seen its strongest ever quarterly sales since trading began more than 20 years ago. 

The BHF Group's buying arm, the Direct Company, has reported an increase of 18% in its March trading compared with 2008, despite the economic climate. 

Pork products manufacturer sells pet food and aquatics division to management in a deal backed by Lloyds TSB. 

Dorset-based business will relocate to ex-Woolies unit. 

Nursery chain acquires centre in Banbury, Oxfordshire following Hurrans' demise after 100 years of trading. 

Wholesaler named as sponsor of Decorative category for 2009 awards. 

New research reveals Brits are opting for bolder décor in a bid to inject more personality into their homes. 

Ahead of the Budget, the British Retail Consortium asks that the Government provide top-up insurance cover to help retailers survive difficult trading conditions. 

A study, published in the medical journal NeuroToxicology, has suggested that vinyl flooring could double the risk of a child developing autism. 

Retailers’ spirits lifted as sunny Bank Holiday encourages consumers to start spending again. 

The latest figures from the BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor show stronger sales in March - mainly thanks to the weather. 

The German homewares chain Butlers is having another crack at entering the UK market. 

Wickes has launched a new customer loyalty scheme called the MyCard. 

Former Woolworths senior manager has set up and funded a website dedicated to help ex-Woolies employees keep in touch and even find a new job. 

Over 95% of exhibitors say they will be showing new launches at this year's Exclusively Housewares show. 

A London-based hardware store saw rocketing sales of bolt cutters as protesters descended on the capital for a series of demonstrations. 

Furniture and homeware retailer Cargo has opened it first outlet within a Blooms Garden Centre. 

Retail Traffic Index figures show positive signs as we approach ‘the end of the worst of the downturn’ – but businesses warned of over-optimism.