Superwood
Can a modified wood be stronger than steel? Superwood starts with regular timber, which is mostly composed of two compounds, cellulose and lignin. The goal is to strengthen the cellulose already present in the wood.
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Government Plan for Small and Medium Sized Business
The Government has launched a new plan to back small and medium-sized businesses, including proposals to tackle late payment culture and reform retention clauses in construction contracts.
The Department for Business and Trade is now running a 12-week consultation which …
Tradepoint/B&Q 15% off weekend
Starting Friday 1 August, B&Q/TradePoint are offering 15% off everything in store and online (www.trade-point.co.uk) when you spend over £75, PLUS your 10% off with your discount card on top of this offer.
Sale ends Tuesday 5 August …
Qest Autumn Grants
QEST’s autumn grants round is now open.
Funding of up to £18,000 available for craftspeople
QEST offers three grants to support makers and conservators at various career stages, strengthening the pipeline of talented craft professionals in the UK.
Celebrating 35 …
Expression of Interest – Regional Leadership
Expression of Interest – Regional Leadership
The IOC is looking to establish 6 regions, which will each commit to hosting a member event and a competition for students within the region each year. These would be similar to the IOC’s …
Regulatory Framework for Apprenticeship Assessment – Consultation
Ofqual has launched a consultation on a proposed new regulatory framework for apprenticeship assessment.
The new framework follows the Department for Education’s publication of revised apprenticeship assessment principles in February 2025. These reforms are designed to streamline assessment processes by …
Institute of Carpenters Launches Prestigious Duchess of Gloucester Award to Elevate Timber Industry Skills
The Institute of Carpenters (IOC), a leading professional body dedicated to promoting, supporting, and developing its members within the timber industry, today proudly announced the establishment of The Duchess of Gloucester Award for the Advancement of Skills within the Timber …
Latest Revision of the Trailblazer Apprenticeship – Carpentry and Joinery
A Trailblazer Apprenticeship is an employer-led apprenticeship model in England that focuses on industry-defined standards and end-point assessments. Trailblazer apprenticeships are developed by groups of employers, known as “Trailblazer groups,” who collaborate to identify the essential knowledge, skills, and behaviours …
Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction Awards 2025
“The shortlist is out! CITB has announced the finalists for the Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction Awards 2025, celebrating exceptional talent and leadership across 17 categories.
We are proud to share that James Filus, Director of the National …
New IOC Member Benefit – CarpenterSaver Insurance
CarpenterSaver is an insurance offer specifically designed for the trade. Part of the TradesmanSaver group, who have been providing insurance solutions since 1984, CarpenterSaver offers affordable policies on all critical forms of tradesman’s insurance, from public and product liability to …