Woodie's owner in 'wait and see' mode over reopening of Irish business

Woodie’s DIY owner Grafton Group is set to reopen more of its UK-based builders merchants outlets next week, but remains in the dark over when it can ramp up production in its Irish business.

The Dublin-based group derives the vast majority of its annual revenues from its UK merchanting business, which has been operating – albeit at around 10% of normal volumes – in recent weeks providing materials for essential projects and emergency supplies.