Search Results: 'Persimmon'

New Phase of Covid-19 Begins
05 June, 2020
The UK has moved into a new phase in its response to the Covid-19 pandemic and the government clearly wants to try and re-start elements of the UK economy. Stephen Powney reports

Softwood Shortages Loom
20 March, 2017
There are signs of a softwood shortage for the year ahead with further price increases in the second and third quarters, reports Jerry Wilson

Self-build and eco-homes ease timber frame pressure
03 March, 2012
Social housing cuts are hitting timber frame, but other markets offer some relief and suppliers are still optimistic about longer-term prospects

Timber industry optimism rises
06 March, 2010
Timber traders are feeling more confident despite little change forecast in the first quarter

Costs rise; orders and optimism fall
07 June, 2008
The latest CBI survey makes for gloomy reading

High street and housing on hold
29 March, 2008
The predicted slowdown in UK economic growth seems to be materialising, with sales of big ticket items down and the new housing sector stagnating

Outlook uncertain as economic pointers dip
02 February, 2008
Despite the CBI’s warning not to exaggerate the economic gloom, it is going to be a difficult year

Construction weathers rise in interest rates
02 September, 2006
Construction activity remains strong, despite the recent interest rate rise

Manufacturers' lot improves
05 August, 2006
Manufacturing has improved but it's a mixed picture for wood products

Manufacturers' confidence dampened by slowdown
19 March, 2005
Businesses are feeling less confident, the latest CBI survey found

Falling house sales could hit timber suppliers hard
11 December, 2004

Roundabouts and swings
01 September, 2001
Orders for new private housing have fallen and there is talk of a downturn in the housing market.