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How disjointed regulation is failing UK housebuilding
by TDUK|15 October 26|Design, Policy
Two years ago, a new government arrived in Westminster under a clear, urgent mandate to ‘get Britain building again’. Since then, we have heard no shortage of encouraging rhetoric. Ministers have rightly announced the delivery of 1.5 million homes at the centre of their mission for economic growth. They have...
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One in three Gen Z adults believe a wedged-open fire door makes them safe
by Jennie Ward|04 October 26|Build, Supply
New research has revealed a dangerous misconception among younger adults about how fire doors work, raising serious concerns about public safety in the buildings they use every day. The survey, carried out by the British Woodworking Federation (BWF) to mark the launch of its Fire Door Safety Week campaign –...
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Donaldson Timber Systems awarded RoSPA Order of Distinction
by Jennie Ward|19 August 26|Supply
Leading offsite timber frame manufacturer, Donaldson Timber Systems, has been awarded the prestigious ‘Order of Distinction’ by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), demonstrating its commitment to the highest standards in accident prevention. The Order of Distinction honours 17 consecutive years of Donaldson Timber Systems achieving gold...
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Embodied Carbon
Approved Document B: you have until Wednesday July 1 to submit your response!
by Matt Milton|26 June 26|Build, Design
The government's consultation on Approved Document B closes on 1 July - next Wednesday. If you've never responded to a government consultation before, then please make this your first. It has serious repercussions for the use of timber. A number of changes have been proposed to Approved Document B -...
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NWTTA Batten Learning Day highlights the importance of batten quality, compliance and supply chain responsibility
by Jennie Ward|02 April 26|Build, Supply
The North West Timber Trade Association (NWTTA), in partnership with SR Timber, TFT Wood Experts, and Timber Development UK (TDUK), hosted a dedicated Batten Learning Day on Thursday 26 March 2026 at the Crowne Plaza, Liverpool, bringing together timber suppliers, merchants, manufacturers, consultants and industry stakeholders for a full day...
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Product Safety Plywood
Product Safety Report: PAGED BirchPly FR Plywood
by Jennie Ward|11 February 24|Build, Supply
The Office for Product Safety and Standards has issued a Product Safety Report for PAGED BirchPly FR Plywood for use in construction works, found not to consistently achieve the declared reaction to fire performance. The report states: "Testing in accordance with EN 13501-1:2018 has found that the product may not...
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TDUK responds to concerns raised over roofing batten treatments
by Jennie Ward|19 January 24|Supply
TDUK members will have seen the recent stories and claims on some media sites about chemical treatment from roofing battens leaching out and causing damage to roofing membranes, as well as claims of it causing skin complaints among roofing personnel. While Timber Development UK is in no position to verify...
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Grading battens for structural safety
by Jennie Ward|12 December 23|Build, Supply
The timber industry is continuing to experience problems with substandard timber being imported into the UK and incorrectly sold as BS 5534 graded roofing battens. We talk to TDUK member Marley, which is using the new Code for Construction Products Information to fight back. The timber industry has seen a...
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Timber building
Can You Confidently Construct A Timber Building?
by Matt Milton|06 December 23|Build, Design
You are not alone if your honest answer is "no". Timber construction has not been taught in depth at any university for the past 20 years. But TDUK are changing that. We are working with NMITE and Edinburgh Napier University to deliver courses to upskill you and your staff, wherever...
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WPA appoints new Chair of Flame Retardant committee
by Jennie Ward|17 October 23|Design
The Wood Protection Association (WPA) has appointed Dr Matthew Powell to take responsibility for the flame retardant (FR)-related activities conducted by the organisation. Matthew will be taking the reins from Gordon Ewbank, who has served the WPA and the timber industry for many years, and plans to retire at the...
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