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Laser Tools Racing with MB Motorsport kickstart 2023 campaign with a podium & healthy points haul

The 2023 BTCC season returned in earnest at Donington Park as Laser Tools Racing with MB Motorsport and Jake Hill battled challenging weather conditions to collect a podium finish and a healthy haul of points to leave round one of the 2023 Kwik Fit ... 
27 April 2023

DIY Week Awards 2023 - Finalists announced and change of venue

After an incredible response from the industry, we are delighted to reveal the 2023 finalists who are in the running to win a coveted DIY Week Award. The winners will be revealed on Friday 19th May at a special lunchtime ceremony to be held at the ... 
19 April 2023

Spring cleaning that adds property value - Weekend jobs that can add up to £217,580 to your property value

While it may not quite feel like it’s time to put away the winter coats just yet, spring is upon us. Spring is the best time to put a house on the market, with lots of people wanting to be in a new home before the summer, but there are a few things ... 
6 April 2023

Join us for Solex 2023 - A celebration of Summer

Happy days! Spring has sprung and SOLEX is on the horizon.SOLEX – The Summer Outdoor Living Exhibition organised by the industry for the industry.Monday 10th – Wednesday 12th July 2023 Hall 5 - NEC, BirminghamSOLEX is your opportunity to energise ... 
5 April 2023

Warehouse Manager celebrates 40 years of service at J Newsome Tools

Earlier this month Warehouse Manager Stephen Owens celebrated 40 years of outstanding service at J Newsome Tools.Steve joined the company in the spring of 1983 as a trainee and has made his way up the ranks as well as overseeing three complete ... 
4 April 2023

National DIY Day: A deep dive into an evolving industry

Whilst the UK suffers through a cost of living crisis, homemakers continue to strive for aesthetic excellence — but on a budget. With this in mind, technology has become the segway for money-saving home hacks as #DIY on TikTok has generated 4 ... 
31 March 2023

UK Government confirms ban on all peat-based gardening products will not be implemented until 2030 

Defra (Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs) has confirmed that while some peat-containing products will be banned from shelves in 2027, others will be exempt from a ban until 2030. This means that for some professional growers, peat ... 
24 March 2023

Screwfix acquires assets of Connect Distribution Services Limited (CDSL)

Screwfix, the leading UK omnichannel trade retailer and part of Kingfisher plc, has announced that it has acquired the stock, intellectual property, contracts and fixed assets of Connect Distribution Services out of administration, for a cash ... 
20 March 2023

RHS offers low income households £1 entry to its gardens in new 'Access for All' scheme

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has introduced a new scheme that will enable thousands of families and individuals from low income households, and who are less likely to have access to a garden at home, to benefit from visiting an RHS Garden. ... 
20 March 2023

Blooming awesome gardening gifts for Mother's Day

With Mother's Day this weekend in the UK, here are a few new and unusal gardening focused gift ideas from Kikkerland and Lemonsalt.While it may be too late for this year, for retailers looking for new gift ideas to stock this Easter, spring and ... 
17 March 2023

Apollo Housewares wins Best Display Stand at trade show

Pictured (L-R): Nick Pedlar (Home Hardware Director), Masha Vezouisek (Apollo Shipping Manager) and John Goodger (Apollo Marketing Director) on the winning stand.At Home Hardware’s Spring Trade Show on Tuesday 7th March at Westpoint Arena, Exeter, ... 
14 March 2023

The clock is ticking, have you submitted your entry for this year's DIY Week Awards?

If you're an incredible manufacturer, supplier or retailer operating in the DIY, home improvement and garden sector and want to get your well-deserved moment in the spotlight - now is the time to put yourself in the running at the DIY Week Awards ... 
13 March 2023

DK Tools launches a new seasonal brochure to help trade customers plan for spring demand

The average household spends around £1,200 on home improvements each year, with the spring season being a popular time for painting, decorating, and gardening according to a survey by Lloyds Bank. Another survey by the Royal Institution of Chartered ... 
13 March 2023

Heart-warming ‘Share The Lawn Love’ campaign sees GreenThumb treat lawns for free across the country

GreenThumb, the UK’s most recommended lawn care service, has had an overwhelming response to their ‘Share The Lawn Love’ campaign which will now see them treat over 160 lawns nationwide free of charge in 2023.Recalling the sense of community that ... 
10 March 2023

New study finds over 65s bearing brunt of higher energy bills due to energy inefficiency of their homes

Over 65s are significantly more likely to live in energy inefficient homes, according to a new study by Kingfisher, owner of B&Q and Screwfix, in partnership with economics consultancy Cebr*.This is leading to them paying £611 more per year on ... 
9 March 2023

Climbing up ‘The Ladder’ at ManoMano

How ManoMano built a community to empower women and inspire everyone in the workplace in the run up to International Women’s Day. By celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women on 8th March, companies are provided ... 
8 March 2023

International Women’s Day launch for Newson Health Menopause Show Garden and Liz Earle Beauty Co.’s Botanical Show Garden, at BBC Gardeners’ World Live 

Women’s health takes centre stage at this year’s BBC Gardeners’ World Live (NEC Birmingham, 15-18 June) as leading menopause expert, Dr. Louise Newson, joins forces with award-winning garden designer, Ruth Gwynn, to create the Newson Health ... 
8 March 2023

New DIY section set to create opportunities for retailers at Glee 2023

Glee is celebrating the addition of a brand-new DIY sectoion at the 2023 show (27th – 29th June, NEC Birmingham), which will enable garden retailers to capitalise on emerging trends, whilst helping to expand both their offering and appeal, as ... 
7 March 2023

International Women’s Day - Free DIY training for Salford residents

To celebrate International Women’s Day (8 March) The Guinness Partnership is running a week of free DIY and home maintenance training for women, at City Skills in Salford. Taking place between 6-10 March, the training has 15 female participants who ... 
7 March 2023

DIY Week Awards 2023 - Entry deadline extended

The DIY Week Awards the leading scheme for the recognition of excellence from across the DIY, home improvement and garden sector, is back for 2023 and the entry deadline has now been extended. Don't miss your chance to enter these prestigious ... 
2 March 2023
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