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Screwfix continues to ramp up expansion plan with the opening of 85 new stores by 2024

It comes after the Somerset DIY brand saved 400 Birmingham jobs after a buyout deal

Birmingham Post

Screwfix planning to open 85 new stores over next year as part of huge expansion

The new store openings are part of Screwfix's target to have at least 1000 stores in the UK, the Republic of Ireland and France

Daily Mirror

Lies of cowardly killer who shot Olivia Pratt-Korbel couldn't hide truth behind one of Liverpool's darkest days

Thomas Cashman was found guilty today of shooting which devastated our city

Liverpool Echo

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Woman, 23, went from touring with Westlife to fixing boilers

Katie took an unorthodox route into the industry

Liverpool Echo

Meet the Edinburgh man who gave up his IT office job to pursue his handyman dreams

Edinburgh resident, Jordan Mayes, 28, was selected due to his dedication and passion. He will go up against the UK's best apprentices which will be judged by a high achieving board who specialise in many fields of DIY.

Edinburgh Live

B&Q and Screwfix 'opening more than 100 new stores this year'

"It is our responsibility to pursue growth quickly," the boss of the stores' parent company has said

Wales Online

B&Q to open a brand new type of store across the UK in wake of ASDA partnership

More than 100 new B&Q and Screwfix stores are opening across the UK

Manchester Evening News

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B&Q and Screwfix boss announces plans to open more than 100 new stores

Kingfisher wants to open at least 50 smaller B&Q stores and 60 more Screwfix sites, in what would be a huge boost for the struggling UK high street

Daily Mirror

Screwfix buyout deal saves 400 Birmingham jobs

Connect Distribution Services can look forward to new chapter after administration

Birmingham Post

B&Q could open at least 50 more smaller UK stores

DIY chain backs B&Q Local format as it reports 40% slide in pre-tax profits to £611m

The Guardian - UK

Screwfix grows with new UK and France stores - and confirms wholesale deal that saves 400 jobs

It comes as the Somerset DIY brand’s parent firm Kingfisher reported profits had dropped by a fifth, with a further dip expected

Birmingham Post

Everything heard during the first week of Olivia Pratt-Korbel murder trial

Thomas Cashman is currently standing trial accused of murder after nine-year-old Olivia was shot dead

Liverpool Echo

Thomas Cashman jury shown CCTV footage of his movements hours before Olivia Pratt-Korbel was killed

The prosecution say the defendant made a journey intending to shoot Joseph Nee earlier that day

Liverpool Echo

Gym to become Greggs after plans approved

A Howdens and Screwfix could also soon be moving into the former gym

Liverpool Echo

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10 energy-saving appliances and gadgets to help combat the cost of living crisis

We've rounded up some of the most highly-touted money-saving appliances you can use to hopefully reduce your energy bills.

Wales Online

Screwfix millionaire and ex-wife in court battle after £7.4m divorce settlement

Verdict on the financial battle between the Goddard-Watts to be delivered shortly, with former spouse demanding more cash

Daily Mirror

Easy £6 radiator hack could help you save £315 a year on your energy bill

Some households could save themselves a small fortune by implementing these six hacks, costing under £10, recommended by Paul Stringer, director at independent finance broker Norton Finance

Daily Record

Shoppers praise dehumidifier that helps 'remove condensation and mould' for £16

The Unibond Aero 360° Device has been praised by shoppers for helping to tackle mould and condensation issues in the home.

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Daily Record

The £8 DIY item that can cut heat loss in your home by 50% in winter

Experts say that these easy to install foil panels can help save heat loss and cut back on heating bills

Daily Record

The £1.09 item that can prevent frozen pipes this winter as temperatures plummet

The retailer is currently stocking a variety of cheap and easy to install pipe insulation.

Daily Mirror

B&Q eyes up plans to open up to 50 more smaller stores on UK high streets

DIY retailer B&Q is opening two smaller B&Q Local stores in London next year, and if the mini stores are a hit with customers then there could be around 50 more too

The Guardian - UK

Sales boost for B&Q and Screwfix owner amid rush for energy-saving products

Kingfisher says sales of loft insulation roll more than double while smart thermostats rose by nearly a third

Birmingham Post

B&Q owner boosted by sales of energy saving products

Kingfisher said the DIY market also continued to do well as the trend for working from home continued

Birmingham Post

Troy boss talks Exeter Chiefs, Applegate acquisition and building a business worth millions

Paul Kilbride talks about the rise of Troy UK - one of the UK's biggest tooling and industrial supplies buying groups

The Independent UK

Ex-wife of Screwfix millionaire awaits appeal ruling in long-running cash battle

Julia Goddard-Watts is challenging a High Court ruling she says gives her £7.4 million compared with her ex-husband James Goddard-Watts’s £75 million.

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