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Changes to landfill tax may cause dramatic increase in costs of skips
Landfill Tax charges are set to rise dramatically after HMRC announced a tightening of the implementation of Landfill Tax rules.
Code of Conduct becomes mandatory for joinery manufacturers within BWF membership
'Far from being a burden, compliance with the Code is a terrific opportunity for members to improve their bottom line and show that they are a cut above their competitors'
BWF Awards 2012
CPA Weekly Notes 1st June 2012
As a benefit of BWF's membership of the Construction Products Association (CPA), members are able to view the latest weekly notes.
Guidance helps employers unravel the complexities of woodworking apprenticeships and training
The BWF's Woodworking Industry Training Forum (WITForum) has produced new guidance for employers looking to take on apprentices in joinery industry.
Fighting forms and getting you paid on time
Reporting back from Members’ Day. See what you missed and post-event resources
BWF Members' Day has been highly praised by its attendees following the event taking place at Loughborough University on 24 May.
What is the guidance given for the provision of handrails on winder flights?
With differring guidance across the four nations of the UK and some or no reference in building regs, we explain what should be included in your design for winder flights of timber stairs.
CPA Weekly Notes 25th May 2012
As a benefit of BWF's membership of the Construction Products Association (CPA), members are able to view the latest weekly notes.
CPA Weekly Notes 25th May 2012
As a benefit of BWF's membership of the Construction Products Association (CPA), members are able to view the latest weekly notes.
BWF on the move back home
After a gap of more than 30 years, on Friday 1st June 2012, the BWF is going back home to the Building Centre where the organisation was based as the British Woodwork Manufacturers Association.
Thanks for responding to the proposals to scrap the zero VAT rating for listed building work
We have expressed our dissatisfaction that HMRC could implement plans that may lead to a fall in construction activity and affect a number of quality joinery manufacturers.
Are You Creating the Leading Edge? Timber Expo and TRADA Boost Innovation with NEW TTJ Award
CPA Weekly Notes 18th May 2012
As a benefit of BWF's membership of the Construction Products Association (CPA), members are able to view the latest weekly notes.
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