The sale of stricken Focus DIY continues to make the news with reports that it is in advanced talks with a US buy-out group that specialises in distressed debt investments. 

Lambet Howarth struggles, Lakeland sees pre-tax profit rise 

JML has purchased two Sky channels to boost its direct to consumer offering 

North American retailers Home Depot and Lowes are believed to be likely bidders for troubled diy chain. 

Owner says financial pressures and difficulty in securing planning permission forced sale 

Focus on colour in home and garden projects is a key contributor to market growth in the spray paint sector 

Paul Andrews jets off to Paris Fashion Week catwalk shows 

Manchester-based packaging specialist extends its customer service team 

Loyalty and commitment rewarded, says chairman 

Changes 'very well received,' says chief executive 

Five sponsors including Lakeland, the BBC, and Tenax have announced their backing of the Industry Awards. 

Majority shareholder looks for buyer 

Buy-to-let seen as good alternative to pension plans 

Internet and sheds force closure 

Stores to compete to become 'Green Store Champion 2007' 

Trial to hit London and Midlands 

Watering equipment market leader sees sales 'exceed expectations' 

Tesco, Marks & Spencer and Sky front green campaign 

Sales and store developments blossom 

New publicity campaign to push 'Going Green' initiative