A new poll by leading customer and market research company Maru reveals that 2 in 5 (40% of) UK shoppers feel that Black Friday discounts of 50% or more are not believable. Their survey of 1,000 UK shoppers comes as previous studies have suggested ... 

UK adults spend an average of 9 hours and 24 minutes on DIY to get their homes ready for Christmas– and they’re heading to their local shops to stock up on products.Forget hanging up tinsel and putting the star on top of the Christmas tree; when it ... 

Seven in ten independent retailers across the UK are boycotting Black Friday this year, as rising operational costs and economic pressures continue to impact small businesses, according to the latest survey from the British Independent Retailers ... 

Following the news that Homebase has gone into administration, the company has issued an official statement together with Teneo Financial Advisory who have been appointed as Joint Administrators of the business, on the current situation and expected ... 

Crown Paints has donated more than 6,000 litres of paint to community groups across the country as part of its commitment to support regeneration through murals and paint projects.The donations form part of the decorating giant's partnership with ... 

Six out of 10 marketing leaders struggle to demonstrate the impact of their marketing investments because they are measuring the wrong metrics! This includes many businesses operating in the KBB Industry where competition is fiercer than ever. ... 

Prisoners at HMP Woodhill are putting food on the table after being taught how to plant, prune and pick their own produce by staff inside the prison. A huge range of fruit, vegetables, herbs and flowers are grown by hard working staff and prisoners ... 

In the first half of 2024 Wickes has delivered continued sales and volume growth in Retail with LFL sales up 0.6%. Challenging market conditions have continued in Design & Installation where we saw LFL sales decline by 18.3%. Overall Group LFL ... 

Designed to celebrate excellence and innovation, across the DIY, home improvement and garden sectors, the DIY Week Awards 2024 took place on 17th May at the Grand Connaught Rooms, London, allowing the industry’s very best to network and celebrate ... 

Napoleon Grills, the premium grill and outdoor kitchen brand have revamped their Built-in 700 series gas grills and have a range of new accessories for 2024 from pizza stones and rib holders to cast iron chef’s meat press for the ultimate grill ... 

After an incredible response from the industry, we are delighted to reveal the 2024 finalists who are in the running to win a coveted DIY Week Award. The winners will be revealed on Friday 17th May at a special lunchtime ceremony to be held at the ... 

C.K Tools, the trusted choice for the electrical trade, is leading the way in product innovation once again with the launch of its new ArmourSlice EVO Cable Stripper – designed to deliver greater effectiveness for electricians in their everyday work.... 

BHETA is to hold an online networking forum with the John Lewis Partnership at 10.30 am on Wednesday 1st May, immediately followed on Thursday 2nd May by a Meet The Buyer event also with JLP. Speaking at the forum is Lucy Steer, Head of Category ... 

A very successful draw held Home Hardware Southwest’s Spring Trade Show held recently at Westpoint Area, Exeter raised £500 to be split between The Rainy Day Trust and Cancer Research UK. This includes a £100 cash prize generously donated by Jonty ... 

GARDENA has announced the continuation of its work with YouTube sensation, author, and Grow your Own expert Huw Richards. The leading watering and hand tools brand will be working in close collaboration with Huw on a range of marketing activities ... 

CT1, renowned for its superior sealants and adhesives, is thrilled to announce the availability of its innovative products in Tradepoint, a premier platform catering to trade professionals across the UK. This partnership represents a significant ... 

Sirius Buying Group, major buying group of electrical appliances and kitchen retail solutions has made itself at home with the world's largest manufacturer of major domestic appliances, Midea, as it becomes a new Approved Supplier to the group.Midea ... 

As 15th March fast approaches, garden centres from across the country are busy making preparations for one of their biggest fundraising days of the year – Garden Re-Leaf Day - together raising vital funds for the children’s hospice garden charity, ... 

The DIY Week Awards the leading scheme for the recognition of excellence from across the DIY, home improvement and garden sector, is back for 2024 and the entry deadline has now been extended. Don't miss your chance to enter these prestigious ... 

More than a fifth (21%) of tradespeople have hearing problems due to their work, according to new research commissioned for Tinnitus Awareness Week (5-11th February). The study by IronmongeryDirect, the UK’s largest supplier of specialist ...