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Cameron Pledges Red Tape Reform
Thousands of rules affecting businesses are to be amended or scrapped, Prime Minister David Cameron will tell the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) today. According to Mr Cameron, the Government has exceeded its target to identify more than 3,000 regulations to be scrapped or changed in a bid to reduce…
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Quick-Step’s 16th season as cycling team sponsor
In 2014, Quick-Step Floors (laminate floors, wood parquet floors and vinyl floors) starts its 16th season as cycling team sponsor. After co-sponsoring the Mapei-Quick-Step cycling team, Quick-Step has now began its 12th season as one of the main sponsors of the Omega Pharma – Quick-Step Cycling team. The international sports…
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Half Of Brits Feel Worse Off Than Five Years Ago
Half of all adults feel worse off financially than they did five years ago, according to a survey commissioned by price comparison website Gocompare.com. The survey of more than 2,000 adults found that 63 per cent of 45-54 year-olds and 61 per cent of people aged 55-64 feel they are…
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SMEs Struggling To Access Finance
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are struggling to access the finance they need to start-up, operate and grow, according to a report from the House of Commons Public Accounts Committee (PAC). The report criticised the Department for Business Innovation and Skills (BIS) and the Treasury for failing to provide adequate…
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CCF Flooring expertise now accessible 11 hours a day
Leading interior building products distributor CCF has made it even easier to contact its national sales team for flooring products, providing greater flexibility for customers who require quotations and orders outside of the traditional nine to five trading hours. Now offering support for an impressive 11 hours a day,…
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Scottish Economic Recovery Continues
The latest gross domestic product (GDP) figures for Scotland show that the economy grew 0.7 per cent in the third quarter of 2013. The growth means that the Scottish economy has grown over six consecutive quarters and has seen acceleration in the rate of growth across the period. The latest…
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National Minimum Wage Penalties To Increase
Employers who fail to pay the National Minimum Wage (NMW) will face an increased penalty of up to £20,000, the Government has announced. The Government will also increase the financial penalty percentage from 50 per cent to 100 per cent of the total amount underpaid. Under current NMW law, employers…
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Quick-Step Master Installer awarded Certificate of Excellence by B&Q
Quick-Step Master Installer Nigel Bawn has received praise and acknowledgement for his outstanding workmanship and consistently high levels of service at the first ever B&Q Homefit vendor partner day. Following a stringent vetting process, B&Q Homefit scheme supplies customers with rapid access to locally approved tradesmen with recognised qualifications, with…
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NEW: BAL Quickset Cement
BAL’s programme of constant improvement has continued with the introduction of its new BAL Quickset Cement. The popular product has been completely re-engineered, with fixers and contractors nationwide trialling and providing feedback to the development team. Fixers appreciate the new BAL Quickset Cement formulation for its versatility and on-site performance.…
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Get the WOW! factor and reach thousands of new carpet customers
In an industry first move, eight of the UK’s leading wool carpet manufacturers have announced a brand new aftercare scheme for wool carpet consumers in exclusive partnership with leading experts of carpet care, WoolSafe Approved Service Providers. Named the Wool Owners Warranty or WOW! for short, the new scheme targets…
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Economic Review, January 2014
Part of Economic Review, January 2014 Release Released: 08 January 2014 – Download PDF Contents Abstract Key Points Introduction The Quarterly National Accounts Labour Market The nature of the economic recovery Reference Tables Background notes Abstract This note draws together key economic stories from National Statistics produced over the latest month. This…
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Statistical bulletin: UK Trade, November 2013
Part of UK Trade, November 2013 Release Released: 09 January 2014 Download PDF Contents Key Points Key Figures Summary Longer Term Perspective Value of UK Trade in Goods Trade in Goods – EU Analysis Trade in Goods – Non-EU Analysis Trade in Goods – One Month Geographical Analysis Trade in Goods –…
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Statistical bulletin: Index of Services, October 2013
Part of Index of Services, October 2013 Release Released: 20 December 2013 Download PDF Contents Index of Services, October 2013 Key information Economic background GDP Impact and Components Component analysis Background notes Statistical contacts Key Points The Index of Services increased by 2.1% in October 2013 compared with October 2012. All of…
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Statistical bulletin: Consumer Trends, Q3 2013
Part of Consumer Trends, Q3 2013 Release Released: 20 December 2013 Download PDF Contents Key Points Summary of Household Expenditure in Q3 2013 Trends in Household Expenditure Household Spending Per Head Spending by Product Focus on Prices in Household Expenditure Focus on Household Spending on Energy Household Final Consumption Expenditure Revisions Q3…
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Statistical bulletin: Retail Sales, November 2013
Part of Retail Sales, November 2013 Release Released: 19 December 2013 Download PDF Contents Key Points Additional Information Key Figures At a Glance Sector Summary Internet Sales in Detail Distribution Analysis Background notes Statistical contacts Key Points Year-on-year estimates of the quantity bought in the retail industry continue to show growth. In…
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Statistical bulletin: Consumer Price Inflation, November 2013
Part of Consumer Price Inflation, November 2013 Release Released: 17 December 2013 Download PDF Contents Key points A brief description of Consumer Price Inflation Consumer Prices Index (CPI) Consumer Prices Index (CPI): What are the main movements? CPIH Retail Prices Index (RPI) and RPIJ Guide to Data Background notes Statistical contacts Key…
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Statistical bulletin: Construction Output, October and New Orders, Q3 2013
Part of Output in the Construction Industry, October 2013 Release Released: 13 December 2013 Download PDF Contents Key Points Introduction Economic Context Output in the Construction Industry, October 2013 Revisions to Construction Output Orders for New Construction – Q3 2013 Construction estimates in gross domestic product Background notes Statistical contacts Key Points…
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Inflation Falls To Two Per Cent
The consumer prices index (CPI) measure of inflation dropped to two per cent in December 2013, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has announced. This is the first time the CPI rate has been at the Government’s two per cent target since November 2009. The ONS attributed the fall to…
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Tiles pave the way with new Supercomforts from Leoline
The newly revamped Supercomforts range from Leoline brings together a portfolio of tile designs focusing exclusively on the resplendent looks of stone, with a wide variety of natural shades alongside superior underfoot comfort for warm, quiet flooring. The Supercomforts collection now boasts updated decors as well as striking new styles,…
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Grand National set to be a runaway success for Balta Broadloom
Elegant Grand National is the latest addition to join the Balta Broadloom portfolio in 2014, showcasing a dense and beautifully silky texture in a palette of on-trend soft neutrals, all featuring the new X-Tron® high performance yarn, specifically developed to be highly durable and stain resistant to ensure a lifetime…
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Appearance and value make Home Choice a firm favourite
As illustrated by the European Vanilla Oak Engineered wood flooring, the Home Choice range from UK Flooring Direct gives an exclusive appearance to modern homes as well as offering exceptional value at an affordable price point, reflected in its popularity and high sales. Showcasing a very natural and matt appearance,…
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Get more aware with Floorwise Aware
With an underlay suitable for use throughout the home, Floorwise Aware is a great opportunity for retailers to discover the powerful positive promotion of working with charitable causes. Supporting the work of Breast Cancer Care, Floorwise Aware has been introduced to give flooring retailers a unique way to engage with…
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UK Production Flat In November
Total UK production was unchanged in the month to November 2013, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The data revises down its earlier forecasts for the manufacturing and construction sectors, hinting that the economic recovery is not yet secure. Key findings from the latest…
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UNILIN agreement to purchase Magnum – Questions
Unilin has just announced the purchase of Magnum – Floors magazine managed to speak with Mr Philiep Caryn to ask a few questions about the acquisition just before the start of the Domotex exhibition tomorrow. Can you tell us about Magnum? Magnum started the production for 3 layer engineered parquet…
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UNILIN announces agreement to purchase Magnum
Wielsbeke (Belgium), 10-01-2014. UNILIN is pleased to announce the agreement in principle to acquire Magnum UNILIN made its first steps into manufacturing and sales of engineered wood floors back in 2007. Ever since the company has experienced year on year growth in this category. The acquisition of Magnum is an…
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