|
We are delighted to announce that nominations are now open for the Apprentice of the Year Award. This competition is open to apprentices at any stage of their carpentry, joinery or shopfitting training. The overall winner will receive the Rainleaf |
Applications for the 2026-2027 Carpenters’ Craft Competition are now open.
The competition aims to encourage and reward highly motivated students who are prepared to go that extra mile to achieve the highest possible standards.
If you are a college who …
The Institute of Carpenters (IOC), is pleased to announce the appointment of Elaine Morrissey as Programme Manager, effective 21 September 2026.
In this newly created role, Elaine will lead the delivery of the Wood/Work programme — a CITB-funded in-work support …
We’re pleased to announce the launch of four new subcommittees under the Wood Occupations & Materials Alliance (WOMA) banner, a joint initiative between the Institute of Carpenters (IOC) and the …
The Institute of Carpenters (IOC) and the National Association of Shopfitters (NAS) have received a letter from the Right Honourable Baroness Smith of Malvern, Minister for Skills, recognising the contribution of both organisations to the reform of Apprenticeship Assessment Plans
Introducing the WOMA Academy: Professional Training, at a Price That Makes Sense
Training your team shouldn’t be a luxury. But for many businesses in the shopfitting and interior fit-out sector, the cost, complexity, and time involved in keeping staff properly …
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 …
Starting Monday 1 June 2026, B&Q/TradePoint are offering members 12.5% off for the whole of June.
Offer ends 30 June 2026.
…
Do you know a talented emerging maker who deserves recognition? Nominate them for the QEST Sanderson Rising Star Craft Award today.
The Award aims to shine a spotlight on an early-to-mid career craftsperson who is making a positive contribution to …
