27/05/2025
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The BBC is screening an episode of Panorama on BBC1 on Thursday 25th July at 7:00pm on the subject of illegal logging.
This episode of Panorama: "Jungle Outlaws: The Chainsaw Trail" will focus on illegal logging in the rainforest and the timber trail between Africa and Europe.
The Timber Trade Federation (TTF) has been working closely with the producers and programme team to be as open and transparent as possible and present an accurate view of the modern timber industry.
To learn more about the programme please click here: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b037lp1d
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 section of the BBC website.
The EU Timber Regulation should be the final nail in the coffin of illegal timber trade in Europe. BWF members can use our ‘easy guide to the EUTR’ with additional advice on how to comply with the regulation and links in to the resources that we are able to offer to BWF members to help them keep within the law.
The latest EUTR guide can be downloaded from our publications section: www.bwf.org.uk/publications/general-business-support
Our 14 minute audio presentation and slideshow answers your FAQs on the EU Timber regulation and Chain of Custody certification. It covers why the EU timber regulation is so significant for manufacturers and suppliers of timber products, what the penalties for non-conformance could be, and it explains the benefits of FSC or PEFC Chain of Custody certification in ensuring traceability along the supply chain.
www.bwf.org.uk/eu-timber-regulations
Members seeking further clarification should ring the free-to-members BWF helpline.
