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Wyevale says no to name change

Owners of Stratford Garden Centre "disappointed" by Wyevale's refusal to reconsider the renaming of its nearby store to 'Stratford-upon-Avon garden centre'. 
24 June 2009

Focus prepares CVA in bid to secure its future

DIY retailer considers Company Voluntary Arrangement 
23 June 2009

Lanco Teksolve in trouble

Supplier of Coolskin Oven Gloves looks for a buyer, as it becomes the latest victim of the downturn. 
18 June 2009

GIMA Awards a success

Garden industry gathers to hail 'the brightest and the best in the trade' at the annual awards dinner on June 16. 
18 June 2009

BHETA calls EGM over merger unrest

In a letter to members, Association president Andrew Weiss calls for an end to "destructive activity". 
18 June 2009

Plasplugs resurrected by founder

Stuart Turner's new firm Turner Intl Limited (TIL) acquires business and assets of Plasplugs three months after it went into administration. 
17 June 2009

Netto competes for homeware sales

UK discount chain steps up competition with a series of deals on housewares and decorating products. 
16 June 2009

B&Q introduces double-decker lorries

60 of the new vehicles will be added to the DIY giant's delivery fleet in a bid to reduce road miles. 
16 June 2009

Mulcahy joins battle to re-open Woolies stores

Ex-Woolworths boss Sir Geoff Mulcahy has teamed up with a group to work on opening a 200-strong 'Woolworths-style' chain. 
16 June 2009

B&Q to offer DIY classes

DIY giant to help customers beat the credit crunch with instruction in home improvement techniques. 
15 June 2009

Decco man celebrates 25 years' service

Paul Conway's quarter century with wholesaler is rewarded 
15 June 2009

Garden centre reports 70% sales boost after £1m makeover

Golden Acres group's investment in John Browns Garden Centre pays off after two years of hard work. 
12 June 2009

B&Q steps up pressure on rival retailers

DIY chain offers 15% off everything this weekend on top of any other deals running in store. 
12 June 2009

Glee organiser bullish about competition.

Most people want a September garden exhibition, claims Glee show director Daniel Thurlow. 
12 June 2009

GCA announces new chairman

Martin Stewart to enjoy a second stint. 
12 June 2009

Argos and Homebase enjoy 'better than expected sales'

Home Retail Group posts positive Q1 results on the back of strong gardening and outdoor living sales. 
11 June 2009

Wickes names Store Manager of the Year

Simon Cowling from Stevenage has been named the Wickes Store Manager of the Year. 
11 June 2009

Reward offered after Bentley Plant Centre robbed

Garden centre puts up £1,000 for information leading to the recovery of stolen trees and shrubs worth £4,000. 
11 June 2009

Which? magazine slaps warning on B&Q barbecue

Gardening title deems Quebec Round barbecue a safety hazard in latest charcoal grill test. 
10 June 2009

Glee to face competitor exhibition

Garden Expo will become "the flagship event for the garden and outdoor living sector", hopes organiser. 
10 June 2009
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