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BWF members give George Osborne the raw materials for joinery sector growth

Ahead of the Annual Statement of December 5th, the British Woodworking Federation is calling on the Government to be more pro-active in harnessing the potential of the UK joinery and construction ... Read more »

Final call on grants for qualifications for your workforce

Grants avaiable for your staff to train and qualify in a range of NVQ qualifications, from joinery to management are ocming to an end - don't miss out on what could be free training!

BWF State of Trade Survey indicates prudent expenditure and low market confidence amongst joinery manufacturers

The Q3 BWF State of Trade Survey indicates that continuing uncertainty and tough trading conditions are combining to prevent companies from investing in machinery or additional staffing. The ... Read more »

Icklesham Joinery scoops BWF technical award for outstanding renovation of Georgian gem

The family-owned business was tasked with supplying the specialist joinery items for the RSA house's refurbishment. They were announced as winners of the UK joinery industry's highest technical ... Read more »

Chris Lake is BWF Apprentice of the Year

18 year old Chris Lake, apprentice joiner at GS Haydon & Son Ltd in South Molton, Devon has won the prestigious British Woodworking Federation (BWF) Apprentice of the Year Award 2012.

CPA Weekly Notes 23rd November 2012

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

CPA Policy Update November 2012

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

CPA Weekly Notes 16th November 2012

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

BWF members recognised in Construction Products Innovation and Achievement 2012 Report

BWF members JELD-WEN and Howdens Joinery have been recognised in this year's report for their Howdens Burford door project. The project had previously won the 2011 John Hedgecock Memorial Award ... Read more »

How can we show that low level glazing in a dwelling provides the necessary level of protection against falling?

BWF technical manager Kevin Underwood provides answers to the questions you ask. This week he tackles the issue of low level glazing

Flexible leave for parents to be reformed

The government has announced reforms that will allow parents to share up to a year's leave after the birth of a child.

Get the latest news on how the Green Deal will work for joinery manufacturers

With the Green Deal now launched, a cashback offer on the way, and hundreds of Green Deal Installers now registered, we've updated our 'easy guide to the Green Deal' to help you get the latest ... Read more »

How can I reduce the noise from my woodworking machines to safe levels?

Employers have a duty under the Control of Noise At Work Regulations to carry out an assessment of the noise levels in the working area and identify any employees who are likely to be exposed to ... Read more »

Innovative new scheme set up to help deliver more apprenticeships

An exciting new initiative which enables apprentices to complete a full apprenticeship programme by working with a number of different employers was launched yesterday by CITB-ConstructionSkills.

CPA Weekly Notes 9th November 2012

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