Grafton Group has been identified as a possible buyer of ailing Tubs and Tiles owner BHT Group.

The group behind Tubs and Tiles is due back in the High Court after the appointment of an interim examiner last week.

An interim examiner has been appointed to the group operating the Brooks, Heat Merchants and Tubs and Tiles businesses.

Dublin: Heating and plumbing distributor Wolseley is selling its businesses in Ireland and the North.

British plumbing and building supplies firm Wolseley today announced plans to cut 2,000 jobs and close more than 200 branches in the UK and Ireland.

Up to 150 jobs are reportedly set to be shed by a chain of home improvement stores because of the downturn in the housing market.