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PRESS RELEASE: New website launched to boost apprenticeships and careers in the joinery industry

A new website full of information and advice for would-be apprentices and others looking for a career in the joinery manufacturing and woodworking industry is being launched at the W14 show at ... Read more »

New Joinery Apprenticeship Standard Almost Complete

The latest Apprenticeship 'Trailblazer' meeting on Monday (24th November) saw us brief colleges and awarding bodies (such as City & Guilds, CSkills Awards etc) on what we expect them to deliver ... Read more »

Prosecution after CNC machine crushes worker’s ankle

A Loughborough company has been heavily fined for safety breaches after an employee's ankle was crushed by a CNC router.

What should I look out for when succession planning?

Succession planning is essential to ensure that your business continues to thrive when those leading it step aside. It will reduce disruption and will ensure that you have the right people, with ... Read more »

CPA Weekly Notes 21st November 2014

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BWF Awards 2014 Shortlist Announced!

The BWF has announced the shortlist for its five 2014 awards for technical excellence, process efficiency, health & safety and apprentice & trainees

CPA Weekly Notes 14th November 2014

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BWF asks Chancellor for decisive action to meet the housing shortfall and cautions on changes to apprenticeships

In the BWF's latest submission to the Chancellor George Osborne, Chief Executive Iain McIlwee outlined proposals to ensure that the joinery industry can benefit from growth.

Tribunal rules that overtime should count when businesses calculate holiday pay

A recent Employment Appeal Tribunal ruling has suggested that UK businesses should factor in overtime pay as well as basic salary when calculating holiday pay. What are the implications for your ... Read more »

Our nation may have been built with a Heart of Oak, but the time for timber is now

The UK Timber Industry Accord's latest work demonstrates the fabulous credentials of timber and the immense potential of this industry, to drive growth and sustainability. Accord Chairman Roy ... Read more »

HSE launches App to help the 1.3 million tradespeople in danger of asbestos

A recent HSE survey has revealed that than half of tradespeople make at least one potentially lethal mistake in trying to identify how to stay safe from asbestos

BWF tackles issue of mandatory security testing for windows and doorsets as part of consultation response

The technical team thanks those members that have sent through their views on the consultation issues. You can log in and read the BWF's response

What are the main areas I need to plan for if I consider passing the joinery business on?

It is never too early to work out your strategy for exiting your business. Recent surveys highlight poor succession planning in the UK and sellers who have not prepared get less for their ... Read more »

CPA Weekly Notes 7th November 2014

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CPA Weekly Notes 31st October 2014

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