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The minister for climate change Chris Huhne has announced that promotions on energy saving light-bulbs should be stopped and more emphasis placed on discounting insulation.

New home builder Taylor Wimpey has warned that various factors are affecting the long term future of the house building industry and will mean a slow recovery in the sector.

According to research conducted by the Halifax, the cost of running a home in the UK has fallen by 6% over the last two years. Most of this drop in costs has come from the 19% reduction in mortgage costs.

The dubious honour of being crowned Britain's Best Whistling Builder has gone to Adam Contoret who showed his skill by whistling a tune and showing of his best wolf whistle.

Wing Commander Kenneth Wallis MBE has proudly displayed his home-made gyroscope for the Daily Mail this weekend. He has called the machine the Zeus III and was able to display how the DIY machine could reach speeds of 100mph.

1st - 9th May 2010, Excel London

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The UK’s No.1, award winning consumer show for design and inspiration for your home, Grand Designs Live, returns to London for the sixth year running, across nine days from 1st – 9th May 2010 at ExCeL in London’s Docklands.

Wickes has developed a new range of high quality paints that combine excellent covering power with a flawless, professional finish.

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