BWF Press Releases

British Woodworking, looking for the Brexit and prepared for the risks

"For the UK, its people and its economy, we are entering a new chapter in history. But for the ongoing management and strategic decision making that is still needed on a day-to-day basis in the ... Read more »

BWF Annual General Meeting Wednesday 6th July 2016

The BWF Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday 6th July 2016

CPA Weekly Notes 17th June 2016

As a benefit of BWF's membership of the Construction Products Association (CPA), logged-in members are able to view the latest Weekly Notes

View new proposals to cut Prequalification Questionnaire bureaucracy

Over recent months, Build UK and CECA members have developed proposals for streamlining the current PQQ system

Business survey sets benchmark for confidence in the UK joinery industry

With just days to go before the EU Referendum, business confidence is under close scrutiny in the joinery manufacture and woodworking industry.

Should I stay or should I go… This indecision’s bugging me!!

The pantomime of the referendum has been rather depressing - degenerating to headline grabbing, jockeying and self-promotion. Last night I attended my third European Referendum debate and this ... Read more »

BWF joins Confederation of Timber Industries

The CTI's proposed new approach is one we fully support. It's a more focused, project-led way of working with leadership coming from the industry itself, so we are keen to lend our weight and get ... Read more »

CPA Weekly Notes 10th June 2016

As a benefit of BWF's membership of the Construction Products Association (CPA), logged-in members are able to view the latest Weekly Notes

CPA Weekly Notes 3 June 2016

As a benefit of BWF's membership of the Construction Products Association (CPA), logged-in members are able to view the latest Weekly Notes

Update for Members on the Apprenticeship Levy and CITB

The government will not exempt employers who already pay the CITB Levy from the AL. So CITB needs to work with employers to look at how any potential future CITB levy would sit alongside the AL.

BWF responds to Welsh Government on Part Q and sustainability

Sustainable materials should be rewarded and the Welsh Government needs to be bold to encourage the use of genuinely low impact materials that are appropriate to a project's needs

The latest funding for training in your business from BWF

The BWF has funding for members to support a wide range of training solutions both from our suite of training and outside. Funding is limited, so don't miss out!

Tips on managing staff during the 2016 European Football Championships

The 2016 European Football Championships is set to provide entertainment, discussion and possibly heartbreak for many employees in the joinery sector. With the event kicking off soon, it is ... Read more »

Enterprise Act to establish Small Business Commissioner and Institute for Apprenticeships

The Enterprise Act, introduced earlier this month, contains a package of measures that government hopes will help with its commitments to cut red tape, tackle late payment and boost the quality ... Read more »

Consultation on Welsh Building Regulations: Last chance to respond

The Welsh Government issued a consultation on the proposed incorporation of aspects of the Sustainable Building National Planning Policy into the Building Regulations in Wales.