UK DIY News
Checkatrade Urges Homeowners to Look out for Tradespeople
As the Met Office issues a Red Extreme Heat Warning, with temperatures expected to climb to at least 39°C on Wednesday and Thursday, and June's all-time daily record forecast to be broken,...
23 June 2026
Welcome Boost for Retail Sales in May
23 June 2026
Dave Castle Appointed as BMF Board Advisor
23 June 2026
England World Cup Win Boosts High Street Footfall
22 June 2026
UK Store News
Aldi Announces 16 New UK Store Openings
Aldi is set to open 16 new stores over the coming months as part of its continued investment in expanding its footprint across the UK. Britain’s biggest discounter, which now has more...
19 June 2026
Lidl Reveals Latest Store Target Locations
07 May 2026
UK People News
Dave Castle Appointed as BMF Board Advisor
MKM Building Supplies is pleased to announce that Dave Castle, Chief Operating Officer, has been appointed as a Board Advisor to the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF). The appointment sees...
23 June 2026
International News
JYSK Expands to Cyprus
In the spring of 2027, the home furnishing chain JYSK plans to open its first stores in Cyprus. Ever since the Danish tradesman Lars Larsen opened the doors to his first store in 1979, the...
19 June 2026
Digital Retail News
Introducing Checkatrade Shop: a Home Improvement Retail Marketplace
Checkatrade brings together trusted trades and sellers with launch of new marketplace The new platform connects consumers with vetted sellers and optional installation, while giving...
18 June 2026
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