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*5 Reasons to Attend 'Timber in Construction: From Roadmap to Reality'*

A week before the Autumn Budget announcement, get expert insight on the factors impacting the rural economy and investor confidence in forestry. Confor continues to work with policymakers towards enhanced financial support for woodland creation, forest management, and timber security.

Join us at the QEII Centre, London on 20 November to hear more. Book now: https://www.confor.org.uk/resources/events/confor-policy-conference

This event is kindly supported by Gresham House, Scottish Woodlands Ltd, Tilhill Forestry (BSW Group) and True North Real Asset Partners Limited.

*5 Reasons to Attend 'Timber in Construction: From Roadmap to Reality'*

The Operations Director of the newly launched Forestry Training Service UK (FTS UK) will be joining our afternoon panel on skills in the industry. The question of securing a future workforce is central to both the National Wood Strategy and to the Timber in Construction Roadmap.

Join us at the QEII Centre, London on 20 November to hear more. Book now: https://www.confor.org.uk/resources/events/confor-policy-conference

This event is kindly supported by Gresham House, Scottish Woodlands Ltd, Tilhill Forestry (BSW Group) and True North Real Asset Partners Limited.

*5 Reasons to Attend 'Timber in Construction: From Roadmap to Reality'*

We will be hearing about the latest campaigns driving engagement with the sector and promoting the goals of the National Wood Strategy for England. has raised awareness of the importance of timber as a UK-grown product, and is highlighting the quality and suitability of homegrown wood.

Join us at the QEII Centre, London on 20 November to hear more. Book now: https://www.confor.org.uk/resources/events/confor-policy-conference

This event is kindly supported by Gresham House, Scottish Woodlands Ltd, Tilhill Forestry (BSW Group) and True North Real Asset Partners Limited.

*5 Reasons to Attend 'Timber in Construction: From Roadmap to Reality'*

Confor will be signing the Armed Forces Covenant at the conference, formalising our commitment to helping veterans transition into forestry and timber careers after active service. In addition to signalling our intention to continue with engagement work, this is also a recognition of the success of the introductory industry workshops Confor has facilitated in recent years.

Join us at the QEII Centre, London on 20 November to hear more. Book now: https://www.confor.org.uk/resources/events/confor-policy-conference

This event is kindly supported by Gresham House, Scottish Woodlands Ltd, Tilhill Forestry (BSW Group) and True North Real Asset Partners Limited.

*5 Reasons to Attend 'Timber in Construction: From Roadmap to Reality'*

UK Forestry Minister Mary Creagh CBE MP will be delivering the keynote speech at the 2025 Confor Policy Conference. The Minister has personally committed to deliver the Timber in Construction Roadmap and will speak on achieving the goals set out in the policy paper, as well as the progress being made on the National Wood Strategy for England.

Join us at the QEII Centre, London on 20 November to hear more. Book now: https://www.confor.org.uk/resources/events/confor-policy-conference

This event is kindly supported by Gresham House, Scottish Woodlands Ltd, Tilhill Forestry (BSW Group) and True North Real Asset Partners Limited.

Just getting started with your career in forestry or timber? The Confor Policy Conference is a brilliant opportunity to get a view of the industry landscape and hear from experts across the supply chain about your future sector.

Confor and Lantra, the UK leader in training development for land-based careers, are offering 10 students and apprentices the chance to attend for free, with an additional bursary to help cover travel costs.

Visit https://bit.ly/ConforPC for full details on how to apply.

We're starting off today at with breakfast and chat in the CLA Tent. If you miss us there, be sure to drop by Stand 805A FOR later to hear career success stories from the industry.

The Confor Team is still going strong at Stand 805A FOR . A buffet lunch, sponsored by Bronwin & Abbey, is about to get underway and we're looking forward to finding out this year's forestry award winners! Join us this afternoon

It's Forestry Day at ! We have a packed schedule at Stand 805A FOR. First up is the Contactors' Breakfast so be sure to stop by to grab a roll and cuppa.

Welcome to ! Find us at Stand 805A FOR to chat all things forestry and membership. Both FISA and Forest Research will be in the tent this afternoon. See you soon!

Congratulations again to all of the winners from the Confor Dinner & Awards 2024!

Find out who won on our website: https://www.confor.org.uk/news/latest-news/winners-of-confor-awards-2024-announced/

The gorgeous awards we gave out on the night were handcrafted by Jason Wilkins, a professional woodturner based in Cardigan, Wales.

Congratulations to all finalists on our shortlist for the 2024 Confor Awards! https://www.confor.org.uk/news/latest-news/shortlist-announced-for-confor-awards-2024/

We asked you to nominate colleagues and peers who deserved recognition for their work to drive the sector forward in four categories:

- Future Leader | Sponsored by James Jones & Sons Ltd
- Changing Attitudes | Sponsored by Scottish Woodlands Ltd
- Science & Technology | Sponsored by Forestry Commission & Forestry and Land Scotland
- Net Zero | Sponsored by CarbonStore

The Institute of Chartered Foresters Professional Forester of the Year shortlist has also been revealed.

Winners will be announced at the Confor Dinner & Awards, being held at Surgeons Quarter, Edinburgh on 12 March. This year's event will kick off with a drinks reception kindly sponsored by Green-tech.

Ticket sales close on Friday 23 February. We have limited spaces remaining so book now to avoid disappointment!