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Members’ Day 2023
We are delighted that for the first time in 3 years the IOC is able to hold an in person members’ day. This is taking place on Saturday 27 May 2023 and all members young and old are invited.
Members …
TTJ – Opinion Page
MAKING THE TRAINING CONNECTIONS
Working with further education (FE) colleges and other educational bodies nationwide and linking them
more closely with the timber industry, the Institute of Carpenters’ (IOC) mission is to help create a new
framework that meets the …
Last weeks to register for SkillBuild 2023
The largest construction competition for apprentices and full-time learners in the UK is back.
SkillBuild, delivered by CITB, is the largest multi-trade skills competition in the UK for construction trainees and apprentices.
You can register at SkillBuild | Go Construct…
Carpenters’ Craft Competition
The Carpenters’ Craft Competition is a national competition open to students of carpentry, joinery and shop fitting. It gives outstanding students the chance to showcase their work and have it judged by leaders in the field.
With prizes of up …
Repair Shop’s Jay Blades’ bursary fund
Jay Blades, who was invested as the first chancellor of Buckinghamshire New University (BNU) on Wednesday had asked the college, which he attended as a mature student, to fund a bursary for deprived students.
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Timber Construction
Housebuilder Barratt has announced it’s constructing a new factory to double the number of wood-framed houses it builds with a goal of being carbon neutral by2030. .
The new £45m factory will produce engineered timber frames, so the company can …
Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity launches free e-learning programme
Free E-learning programme launches on Valentine’s Day……the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity launches its e-learning programme to help spread some extra love and support within the construction industry.
The charity’s Wellbeing Academy already offers online tutor led masterclasses, seminars and …
Contracts Manager position
Looking for a managerial role?
One of our members in the Greater London area is looking for a Contracts Manager to look after orders.
Experience in Timber Windows and doors is essential, along with excellent communication skills.
If you are …
Timber sustainable homes
A development team led by two former Greenpeace chiefs have revealed plans for a sustainable 700-home scheme in East Sussex…