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07/01/2020

Howarth Supports Flagship BBC Show

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An upcoming episode of BBC's major show 'DIY SOS: The Big Build' has been brought to fruition with the help of Howarth Timber & Building Supplies.

The Corby branch of the supplier donated a large amount of materials to a deserving local family.

16-year-old Jordan Hutchinson and his family will be the focus of the episode. Jordan, who has cerebral palsy and epilepsy is a popular member of the Corby community, raising huge sums of money for local charities despite his own challenges. Receiving recognition for his efforts including the Courage Award at The Northamptonshire Achievement Awards following activity which generated £30,000 in funds which paid for two sensory rooms in a school for disabled children.

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Local tradesmen and partners including Howarth donated supplies including doors and countertops to the project.

Gavin Knowles, marketing manager at Howarth Timber & Building Supplies, said: "We are proud to be donating to DIY-SOS: The Big Build. After hearing Jordan's story, we wanted to do all we could to help.

"Howarth is dedicated to helping the local community and supporting projects helping people in need. We are glad the Hutchinson family will be back in a secure home."

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