Challenging softwood market for remainder of 2020
As many of you will have seen recently, the cost of structural timber is rocketing, particularly in the USA. Even the Daily Telegraph has announced, “lumber prices hit record high after lockdown spurs DIY boom”. So, how will this impact on the softwood market here in the UK? Over the past 40 years the softwood sector in … Continue reading “Challenging softwood market for remainder of 2020”
New timber industry campaign to reduce CO2 in construction
A new industry campaign to showcase timber’s environmental credentials is being launched today (13 July). ‘Wood CO2ts less’ is raising awareness of how using wood from sustainably managed forests is one of the simplest ways to help reduce carbon emissions. It is supported by Wood for Good, Swedish Wood, Confor, the Timber Trade Federation (TTF), … Continue reading “New timber industry campaign to reduce CO2 in construction”
TRA backs Boris to build, build, build
Following the prime minister’s announcement of a major investment in construction and infrastructure to help boost economic recovery, Nick Boulton, chief executive of the Trussed Rafter Association (TRA) said: “This announcement couldn’t have come at a better time. As the construction industry is getting back on its feet, it is good to know the Government … Continue reading “TRA backs Boris to build, build, build”
Trussed Rafter Association fully supports construction industry recovery plan
The Trussed Rafter Association (TRA) has welcomed the publication of the ‘Roadmap to Recovery’ strategy by the Construction Leadership Council (CLC) which sets out a two-year plan to drive the recovery of the construction and built environment sectors, and through them the wider UK economy, post-pandemic. The plan’s key objectives are focused on: Modernisation through … Continue reading “Trussed Rafter Association fully supports construction industry recovery plan”
TRA back to work risk assessments
The current advice from the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy and Public Health England is: Businesses and workplaces should encourage their employees to work at home, wherever possible If you cannot work from home, then you can still travel to work. This is consistent with the Chief Medical Officer for England’s advice Workplaces … Continue reading “TRA back to work risk assessments”
