Screwfix announces rollout of stores in France
Screwfix has opened its first store in France. The store openings follow the launch of its online French presence through Screwfix.fr. Since April 2021, Screwfix has seen a positive response from its customers, with strong traffic and conversion rates, with growing brand awareness across the country. The first Screwfix France store opened in Wattrelos in […]
The best cities to be an electrician
Across all sectors, the demand for competent tradespeople has seemingly never been higher. But exactly where are the best cities to be an electrician in the UK? To pinpoint the best locations for trade, Intact compiled a list of the UK’s cities, before creating a unique index for different types of tradespersons. This gave five […]
Screwfix announces biggest ever Black Friday promotion
Screwfix has unveiled a series of app-exclusive offers for those working in the trade, as part of its biggest ever Black Friday promotion. Launching on 7 November, tradespeople who currently use, or download the Screwfix app, will get exclusive access to the deal of the day, every day, for seven days. With in-app offers including […]
KNIPEX launches its Christmas promotion
KNIPEX has launched its Christmas promotion for 2022, featuring the incredible Cobra XS inside a festive ornament! White stars on a red background adorn the festive decorative packaging – and hidden inside is a mini version of the KNIPEX water pump pliers, measuring just 100mm! The perfect gift for the KNIPEX tool enthusiast in your […]
New research reveals the most economical vans for tradespeople
New research has revealed the Vauxhall Corsavan to be the most efficient van for tradespeople when it comes to fuel. The diesel model costs just £13,875 and will take you 847 miles on one tank. The van that covers the most miles on a full tank in the data is the Citroen Dispatch – reaching […]
Global Recycling Day: expert advice for dealing with each type of trade waste
To mark Recycling Week 2022 (17-23 October), experts have shared their top bits of advice for tradespeople on how to dispose of each type of waste. Research by IronmongeryDirect found that more than four in five (83%) UK tradespeople aren’t sure exactly which materials can and can’t be recycled, and almost nine in 10 (87%) […]
Value to help trade remain competitive
Screwfix has launched its Unbeatable Value commitment to help tradespeople remain competitive and meet the needs of their customers. At a time when value is key for both the trades and consumers, Screwfix has made the commitment to offer Unbeatable Value through a combination of price cuts, price locks, low prices on pro products, and […]
Markel Direct launches tailored cover for the trades sector
Markel Direct, self-employed and small businesses insurer, has launched a specialist insurance policy tailored to the skilled trades sector. The insurance company has announced that its new product will cover a range of risks facing tradespeople of all kinds – including electricians, builders, plasterers, painters, decorators, and more. Offering public liability insurance, tools cover and […]
Half of UK tradespeople experience mental health problems
For World Mental Health Day (10 October), a mental health expert has shared their top pieces of advice for UK tradespeople, after research revealed that more than four in five (82%) experience mental health problems due to work-related issues. The research was commissioned by IronmongeryDirect and the results have been published in its annual industry report. […]
MKM celebrates major milestone with 100th branch opening
MKM is proud to announce the opening of its 100th branch, which officially opened its doors in Bromsgrove on 23 September. The company began life as a start-up business, founded in Hull 27 years ago. From its humble beginnings with just five people in a 5000sq ft shed, MKM now has over 2500 employees, with […]