B&Q owner Kingfisher said UK and Ireland like-for-like sales jumped 5.9% higher in the three months to April 30.

B&Q and Screwfix owner Kingfisher has reported a strong performance thanks to the demand for DIY at its UK businesses.

B&Q owner Kingfisher has seen UK sales bounce back thanks to a warm weather boost for the DIY chain. The firm said recent sunshine saw demand rocket across its garden and seasonal ranges ...