The John Lewis Partnership has taken the decision to temporarily close all of its 50 John Lewis shops at close of business on Monday 23 March as a result of the impact of coronavirus. 

Garden centres are using upgraded website software that recommends not only plants to gardeners but also care products as sales of gardening goods soar in the wake of Covid-19. 

The John Lewis Partnership, which includes Waitrose, has today announced new measures to help its shops meet the needs of customers with a particular focus on the elderly and the vulnerable. 

Home and garden projects retailer Homebase has unveiled its new Easter campaign 

The Group's trading performance in 2020 has been in line with expectations, with solid trading in the Merchanting businesses and a strong start in Toolstation and Wickes. 

In light of expected new guidelines surrounding COVID 19, Grand Design Live, which was due to take place from 2- 10 May 2020 in London, has now been rescheduled to take place from 22-31 August 2020 at London’s ExCeL. 

The Scottish Government's move to temporarily abolish business rates in a bid to minimise the impact of coronavirus has been welcomed by the British Independent Retailers Association (Bira). 

Next Plc has announced its results for its year ending January 2020. Next brand full price sales were up 4.0% and brand total sales (including markdown sales) were up 3.5% on last year. 

The Welsh Government's plan to temporarily reduce - or abolish - rates for some small businesses has been welcomed by The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira). 

Homelux is supporting National Home Improvement Month 2020, encouraging UK homeowners to think about how they can make one change as part of their DIY plans this April. The campaign also aims to give retailers and manufacturers the chance to ... 

The Rainy Day Trust has released a statement on the recent flooding and Covid-19 pandemic. 

One of the UK’s leading paint retailers has retained a prestigious 'We invest in people' Gold accreditation from Investors in People. 

The British Home Enhancement Trade Association (BHETA) responsible knife retailing steering group has met with the Metropolitan Police Business Care Hub. 

The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) is backing new measures by the Scottish government to help limit the impact of COVID-19 on small businesses. 

DIY SOS, BBC One’s popular property renovation show, will head to Nottingham later this year to take on a one of a kind build that will benefit a local charity, Community Recording Studio (CRS). 

Boiler manufacturer Worcester Bosch has responded to last week's Budget. 

Kingfisher has provided an update on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on its business, along with the measures it is taking to actively manage the risks to its customers, colleagues and operations. 

An independent survey carried out by online furniture retailer Furniture Choice has revealed the real preferences of the UK when it comes to carrying out DIY in the home, and it seems the secret to success is to leave your partner out of it. 

By Chris Pendrey, SHEQ Manager at Actavo Direct 

Following the ‘Legends of the Game’ campaign last year, Screwfix have called on its dedicated customers to bring to life their latest TV campaign.