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Some optimism for joinery manufacturers, but sales volumes are yet to rise

The joinery sector remains optimistic about an increase sales volumes, despite slightly disappointing results from the BWF Joinery State of Trade survey Q2 2013

CPA Weekly Notes 16th August 2013

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

PRESS RELEASE: BWF smashes new membership target

Successful lobbying and extensive technical and business services are attracting large numbers of joinery manufacturing firms to join the British Woodworking Federation (BWF), the trade body said ... Read more »

Can’t see the wood for the trees

Chief Executive, Iain McIlwee, talks about the importance of the Grown in Britain Campaign and the future of timber as envisioned by renowned American Architect, Michael Green.

CPA Construction Industry Forecasts Summer 2013

The CPA has published its latest figures and report for the construction industry for 2012 -2016, based on fresh data. Members can download and review this report in full. Log in below to access ... Read more »

BFRC launches new A+ Rating for windows

BFRC has launched a new 'A+' band at the top of its energy efficiency scale for Window Energy Ratings

Housing growth to drive construction recovery – but more can be done to increase demand

Optimism has been in short supply over the last few years in a sector which has suffered a longer and deeper slump than any other, but recent forecasts from within industry have indicated that ... Read more »

How Do I Retire An Employee?

From 1 October 2011, compulsory retirement, regardless of age, has been unlawful age discrimination and potential unfair dismissal unless employers can justify their reasons as a proportionate ... Read more »

Finally! It has been one “L” of a wait

Today we have finally received the long awaited response to the Part L consultation. Implementation has been confirmed for April 2014, almost 2 years after the original consultation on Part L closed.

CITB inject £30m into the industry to incentivise training

In a move to get the construction industry training and back into growth, CITB - the Construction Industry Training Board - is rewarding employers with extra funding for training carried out ... Read more »

BWF fire-rated timber stairs by JELD-WEN win best product award

BWF Stair Scheme Founder Member, JELD-WEN, has been awarded Best Internal/Interior Product for its fire-protected stairs at the Housebuilder Product Awards 2013.

BBC Panorama focusing on illegal logging supply chain airing 25th July at 7:00pm

We would like to encourage members to watch the episode and, where possible, highlight any inaccuracies / inconsistencies in the reporting either directly to BWF or through the online comments ... Read more »

Fees for tribunal claims being introduced on 29 July

A claimant who issue a claim against their employer in the employment tribunal will be required to pay an issue fee of £160 or £250, with a further fee of £230 or £950 if ... Read more »

How Can The Quality Of Timber Used In Joinery Products Be Determined?

Commercial grade (that is the description of timber as a raw material) are considered not to be appropriate for creating joinery specifications. BS EN 942 is used to classify by appearance the ... Read more »

Am I Required To Have A Music License If I Have A Radio In My Workshop?

Unfortunately, if you are playing music in a public place (and this includes workshops and reception areas) then you will be required to have both a PRS and a PPL license...