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Timber Topics June 2026 | Roofing Battens
by Jennie Ward|04 June 26|Build, Supply
At TDUK we’re continuing to expand our range of resources for merchants and the wider timber supply chain. From our online training platform Wood Campus to our Wood Species Library and Wood Products database, these offer accessible, practical information on the benefits of timber and how it can be used...
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The importance of design and regulation compliance in stair safety
by Jennie Ward|18 December 25|Build, Supply
Stair safety is often overlooked, yet it is one of the most critical aspects of building design. Each year, thousands of accidents occur on both domestic and public staircases. In the UK, research from the British Woodworking Federation (BWF) shows that 43% of adults have experienced a stair-related accident in...
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FLEGT-Licensed Indonesian timber products in the UK
Ghana ‘leads the way’ in sustainable forest management
by Jennie Ward|01 December 25|Build, Supply
Ghana has become the first African country to issue a Forest Law Enforcement, Governance and Trade (FLEGT) Licence. This milestone confirms that its timber exports meet national and international standards for legality and transparency. The launch of Ghana’s FLEGT licensing system reflects extensive reform and coordination across government, civil society...
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Flame-retardant treated wood : Are you meeting your legal responsibilities?
by Jennie Ward|11 July 25|Build, Supply
As part of its role as the UK Construction Products Regulator, the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) is now actively reviewing how flame-retardant (FR) treated wood products – including timber cladding – are placed on the market. Several timber businesses have already been contacted to verify compliance. These...
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How to tell if your roofing battens make the grade
by Jennie Ward|07 March 25|Build, Supply
Roofing battens are a safety critical building material subject to strict grading and quality requirements. Roofing battens (sometimes known as tile battens) are structurally vital to any roof, ensuring the roof is solid, stable and won’t fail once erected. They are also structurally significant during the construction of the building...
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CE marking to UKCA
CE marking recognition extends into 2025
by Jennie Ward|15 September 24|Build, Supply
The UK’s recognition of CE marking on construction products was due to end across Great Britain on 30 June, 2025. However, the UK government has now announced an extension to the scheme beyond this date, ending years of uncertainty for the construction industry. Back in January 2020, when the UK...
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