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Guide to grading of UK grown hardwood timber
The Forestry Commission has recently produced a guide to the appearance grading of UK grown hardwood timber.
News from Forestry Commission (13 May 2005)
Construction waits for renewed public spending
Technical background article Renewed spending on public sector building projects by the re-elected Labour Government could give the UK's construction sector a much needed boost.
News from Atradius (12 May 2005)
Historic forest management deal
User application article Sutherland community signs up to historic forest management deal.
News from Forestry Commission (12 May 2005)
Making the most of our oakwoods
Over 70 people travelled to Ardtornish Estate near Lochaline, Morvern to see a demonstration of timber extraction and processing.
News from Forestry Commission (11 May 2005)
BBA Finance Director appointed to EOTA position
The British Board of Agrement's Finance Director, Jim Wright, was elected Treasurer of the European Organisation for Technical Approvals. Brochure available
News from British Board of Agrément (28 April 2005)
Minister welcomes new woodland
Scottish Forestry Minister Lewis Macdonald helped plant trees for new woodlands being created by Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE) in Pitlochry.
News from Forestry Commission (13 April 2005)
New BBA Chief Executive appointed
BBA announce that Greg Cooper has been appointed Chief Executive. Brochure available
News from British Board of Agrément (11 April 2005)
Operations Director appointment at BBA
The BBA announce the appointment of Martyn Reed as Operations Director with responsibility for Inspections and Certification. Brochure available
News from British Board of Agrément (11 April 2005)
Woodfuel hots up in Oban
Oban will be the home of the largest woodfuel based community heating development in Britain.
News from Forestry Commission ( 7 April 2005)
Forest Landscape Restoration Workshop in Brazil
Technical background article The Forestry Commission is the single biggest provider of public access and countryside recreation.
News from Forestry Commission ( 6 April 2005)
Construction recruitment age positive endorsement
Construction recruitment specialist, Bromak, has been recognised by the Government for its positive approach to tackling workplace age discrimination.
News from Age Positive (14 March 2005)
Renewable energy puts North East in the spotlight
User application article Sembcorp Utilities is to build a GBP 60 million wood-burning power station on Teeside and has agreed to guarantee part of the wood supply needed for the next ten years.
News from Forestry Commission ( 9 March 2005)
New import requirements for wood packaging
Technical background article Controls on wood packaging for imports from across the world have been tightened to reduce the threat from exotic pests.
News from Forestry Commission ( 7 March 2005)
Building project with a sustainable difference
New building project uses grassed turf to insulate the roof, straw bales to insulate the walls, and Scottish timber almost everywhere in between.
News from Forestry Commission ( 1 March 2005)
Views sought on changes to Commissioners powers
The Forestry Commission is seeking views on proposed changes to its statutory powers.
News from Forestry Commission (18 February 2005)
Scottish WOODfair returns to Perth
The Scottish WOODfair is to be held once again in the Dewar's Centre, Perth, on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th May 2005.
News from Forestry Commission ( 9 February 2005)
Commission welcomes new industry chief executive
Tim Rollinson, Forestry Commission Director-General, today welcomed the appointment of David Chrichton as new Chief Executive of the Confederation of Forestry Industries (ConFor).
News from Forestry Commission (21 December 2004)
Lord Clark reappointed chairman
The Queen has approved the reappointment of The Right Honourable Lord Clark of Windermere as Chair of the Forestry Commission.
News from Forestry Commission (13 December 2004)
Woodland boost for Scottish towns
Technical background article Scottish Forestry Minister Lewis Macdonald has approved grants that will help bring back to life 33 neglected urban woodlands across Scotland.
News from Forestry Commission ( 9 December 2004)
SAVA welcomes Housing Bill success
Technical background article Housing Bill success means the compulsory requirement for a Home Information Pack (formerly known as a Seller's Pack) to be prepared before a home is put up for sale.
News from SAVA ( 2 December 2004)
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