MKM Building Supplies has opened in Newent, creating 14 jobs.

The new branch at Newent Business Park becomes the builders’ merchant’s 48th nationally.

With a product portfolio catering to the public as well as trade, MKM Newent will contain the merchant’s usual array of landscaping, plumbing, roofing, heating, timber and building supplies, as well as kitchen and bathroom showrooms.

The new opening is being celebrated with several offers and competitions; as well as free bacon butties, there will be the opportunity to win a series of prizes.

Paul Donaldson, one of two branch directors at the Newent Business Park site, said: “We’ve put together a fantastic team of local people here at MKM Newent.

“My team is delighted to have this opportunity to strike up some fantastic relationships with the public and trade – pop in for a coffee, butty and a chat.”