In January of this year, I updated our membership on ongoing apprenticeship reform work particularly in relation to ST0264 – i.e. the Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery standard.
The background to this is complex but can also be broadly summed …
Corey Lane FIOC who specialises in the survey, repair, and adaptation of heritage assets shares with us the need for further research to protect timber framed buildings from current and future weather systems.
An old Spanish proverb …
The Women in Safety & Health (WISH) Awards 2026 are now officially open for entries, and we are encouraging our members to help shine a spotlight on those driving real change in the industry.
Of particular interest to our community …
The Institute of Carpenters (IOC) is delighted to announce a new strategic partnership with the Passivhaus Trust (PHT). This agreement aims to maximise collaborative opportunities by sharing knowledge, skills, and …
The UK Government has updated the financial incentives available to employers who provide training and work opportunities for young people. For Institute of Carpenters (IOC) members, these pathways offer a strategic way to bring fresh talent into the workshop or …
Last year CITB ran an all-nations survey to determine what skills the Site Carpentry sector …
We are delighted to share that a successful meeting was held last week with our Royal Patron, HRH The Duchess of Gloucester, to ensure a seamless transition for the Institute’s leadership.
Key Highlights:
Leadership Transition: Our president, Geoff Rhodes,
In January 2026 the UK Government announced it was set to rejoin the European Union’s Erasmus+ programme from January 2027 onwards, restoring a major route for study and training placements across Europe. This agreement will allow reciprocal participation in exchange …
The Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST) is offering substantial grants to support makers and conservators at various career stages. This funding is designed to strengthen the pipeline of talented craft professionals in the UK, supporting both traditional skills and innovative …
As the government moves forward with its most significant overhaul of apprenticeship standards in years, we are delighted to confirm that James Filus, Director of the Institute of Carpenters (IOC) and the National Association of Shopfitters (NAS), has been …
